1
as in to illumine
to supply with light
the light from a galaxy of flashing signs irradiates the heart and soul of Las Vegas
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as in to radiate
to throw or give off
irradiating an aura of supreme confidence on the playing field
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Recent Examples of irradiate
The scientists sent the molecules into the X-ray laser beam using a fine gas nozzle, ensuring that each molecule was isolated before being irradiated.
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Mar. 2025
Unlike past tests, which measured magnets after radiation exposure these tests measured them in real-time while being irradiated.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2025
Every fifteen minutes or so, a different ion irradiated the cells, and, after several cycles were complete, Schwartz let the samples rest.
—Dhruv Khullar, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Behind it, the mountain light flowed over low-lying clouds, irradiating ski pistes on the facing valley wall.
—Caitlín Doherty, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 11 Mar. 2025
Unlike past tests, which measured magnets after radiation exposure these tests measured them in real-time while being irradiated.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Feb. 2025
Every fifteen minutes or so, a different ion irradiated the cells, and, after several cycles were complete, Schwartz let the samples rest.
—Dhruv Khullar, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
Behind it, the mountain light flowed over low-lying clouds, irradiating ski pistes on the facing valley wall.
—Caitlín Doherty, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for irradiate
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Rev 21:10), an ark of salvation sailing through the waters of history and a beacon that illumines the dark nights of this world.—
Daniel Burke,
NPR,
9 May 2025
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The lighting illumines each river in brilliantly bright backdrop colors.—
Mark Swed,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Nara's more recent paintings, such as Midnight Tears (2023), feature tender, fragmented brushwork that radiates introspection.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Their vocal harmonies intertwine easily over a textured arrangement of keys, bass, drums, and guitars, creating an uplifting summer anthem that radiates sincerity and charm.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
21 July 2025
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With the water rapidly rising, the campers spent the night on the second floor, illuminated by flashlights.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
12 July 2025
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The legends are shine through, enabling the backlights to clearly illuminate each keycap.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Different materials in space absorb and emit infrared light at specific wavelengths, creating a kind of unique chemical fingerprint.—
Adi Foord,
Space.com,
26 July 2025
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For example, cruise ships in Europe emit as much sulfur dioxide as one billion cars, according to a recent study.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Earlier this week, McIntyre lit into Scott with some NSFW criticisms of the rapper, a sign that WWE’s relationship with Scott was on the ropes.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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However, the set up casts light far beyond the highway, extending onto beaches even 12 miles away, including Little St. Simons and Sapelo.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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But what to do about all of the votes cast the first week or two?—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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The new Superman casts questions of power, romance, and decency against a very traditional comic book setting, and so does All Superheroes Need PR.—
Maureen Lee Lenker Published,
EW.com,
15 July 2025
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The historic meeting was a culmination of years of collective rage against increasing violence emanating from the U.S. Border Patrol, police and vigilantes against Mexican migrants.—
Jimmy Patino,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Effective passive mediation works by letting your mind empty of cluttering worries, like turning off a nosy kitchen fan or muting blaring music emanating from your teen’s bedroom.—
Patricia Steckler,
Baltimore Sun,
21 July 2025
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She's also released multiple albums, rounding out a nearly 40-year career in entertainment.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
21 July 2025
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Tammi made her feature directorial debut with the supernatural horror film The Wind, which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival in 2018 and was released by IFC Midnight.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
21 July 2025
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“Irradiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/irradiate. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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