gives off

verb

present tense third-person singular of give off
as in emits

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gives off
  1. emits
  2. vents
  3. drips
  4. flows
  5. trickles
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  • The device also emits 630nm red LED light, a wavelength commonly used to support collagen production and soften the look of fine lines over time.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 29 Sep. 2026
  • When illuminated with green laser light, the NV center emits red light.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of emits
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  • If a friend vents loudly, listen first and encourage calmer options before weighing in.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026
  • Back at home, Valerie vents to Mark about the tough position she’s been put in.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 11 May 2026
Definition of vents
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  • Explore See latest videos, charts and news The rocker, wearing a cap and aviator glasses, was joined with a full band and backing vocalists for a protest song that drips in fury and anger.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026
  • When the lid is locked, condensation builds up and drips back into the dish, which can thin sauces and dilute seasoning.
    — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of drips
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  • Luserna stone, used for flooring, terraces, and the pool deck, flows seamlessly into the interior as well, laid in large bush-hammered and brushed slabs.
    — Elena Dallorso, Architectural Digest, 6 Oct. 2026
  • That is despite the bank expecting Brent crude to stabilize at approximately $80 per barrel as recent crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz gradually normalize.
    — Matthew Tan, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of flows
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  • The price increase trickles down to all goods sold across the economy.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Your main leaders have to embody what the business stands for because whatever happens at the top eventually trickles down to the customer.
    — Tiffany Loe, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of trickles
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