as in to express
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
a person who tends to ventilate opinions without first thinking them through
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Recent Examples of ventilate
The driver’s seat is heated and ventilated, with a heated steering wheel too.
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James Morris, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Most Crock-Pots are equipped with safety features that allow the device to ventilate itself and prevent pressure from building up inside, even if it's clamped down.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
According to fire officials, the leak was under control at 9:33 p.m.
Fire officials said the rooftop air handlers were turned off and the store was ventilated.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Feb. 2025
For ultimate driver and passenger comfort, the front seats are heated, ventilated, and produced by Recaro, making for the ultimate blend of performance and luxury.
—Christian Gilbertsen, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2025
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James Morris, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
Most Crock-Pots are equipped with safety features that allow the device to ventilate itself and prevent pressure from building up inside, even if it's clamped down.
—Raul A. Reyes, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025
According to fire officials, the leak was under control at 9:33 p.m.
Fire officials said the rooftop air handlers were turned off and the store was ventilated.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 1 Feb. 2025
For ultimate driver and passenger comfort, the front seats are heated, ventilated, and produced by Recaro, making for the ultimate blend of performance and luxury.
—Christian Gilbertsen, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ventilate
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After catching wind of Rock’s new love interest, Saffold took to social media to weigh in on the pairing, beginning her comments with what some took as a hint of shade before appearing to express her approval of Rock dating Newton.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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At the very least, this all sounds like good news for Ferrari Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton, who, earlier this season, expressed interest in helping the marque build an F40 tribute—with a manual.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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Emily Ratajkowski voiced her opinion about the flight to space on TikTok.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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These qualities were noted by drug agents in 2023, who said in court filings that Gonzalez actually voiced concern over spreading addiction, while selling counterfeit Adderall pills that contained methamphetamine.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Huang gave Bibb a white T-shirt and some twine and showed her how to tie the fabric into a sausage shape.—
Michael Schulman,
New Yorker,
31 Mar. 2025
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Central Florida performers are given two minutes each to preview their shows at the upcoming May fest — hoping to tempt you into buying tickets.—
Matthew J. Palm,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2025
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On Sunday, April 20, the show will air a special Easter episode during which the contestants will perform songs of faith.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo aired skepticism about the ongoing Iran-U.S. nuclear deal talks and outlined what, in his view, a potential agreement with the Islamic republic should look like.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
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One dad jumped onto Reddit to vent about his recent experience on a flight with his family–and how being judged has led to some lingering hurt.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
16 Apr. 2025
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After a game against the Cardinals the next season, Peterson memorably vented his frustration at former Arizona GM Steve Keim in an on-field interview with a Phoenix television station.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Ventilate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ventilate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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