sent (out)

verb

Definition of sent (out)next
past tense of send (out)
as in released
to throw or give off strangely, the air conditioner is sending out warm air

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sent (out)
  1. released
  2. cast
  3. radiated
  4. emitted
  5. issued
  6. evolved
  7. gave out
  8. emanated
Verb
  • The voyage produced a 24 percent reduction in fuel consumption, according to measurements released by the maritime energy company.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • After being sedated, the bobcat was later released near Forbes Creek, close to the natural habitat where it was found, police said.
    — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of released
Verb
  • The referendum campaign has fueled debate about Iceland’s place in the world, Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir told reporters after casting her ballot in ​the capital on Saturday.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 30 Aug. 2026
  • The Holocaust monument took Treister five years to design and sculpt, and included research in Jerusalem and work in Taiwan and Mexico City, where his sculptures were cast.
    — Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of cast
Verb
  • Feliciano and Jones radiated energy and exuberance throughout their first press conference as the principal owners of the Padres.
    — Dennis Lin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The Happy Hours star radiated in a strapless deep purple silk dress with a distressed scoop neckline and asymmetrical draping on her left hip, creating a ruched effect that cascaded down to the ankle-length hemline.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of radiated
Verb
  • In 2024, the South Coast Air Quality Management District reported that the Prima Deshecha Landfill emitted around 2,681 pounds of ethylbenzene annually and 55 pounds of toluene.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Many objects that originally emitted visible light are now brightest in the infrared.
    — Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of emitted
Verb
  • The judge issued his ruling at the conclusion of a court session Tuesday, which continued the preliminary hearing that was largely held over a week in early July before a nearly two-month recess to prepare for closing arguments.
    — Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 Sep. 2026
  • In 1985, Dior issued a limited edition bracelet meant to house their famous Poison perfume, a thick, hollow noodle finished with resin stoppers that could be filled with the scent.
    — Chloe Schama, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of issued
Verb
  • That concept evolved into Wednesday’s Wu-Day event, with the Boone becoming the centerpiece of the local celebration.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026
  • In the 1920s, the envelope combination evolved into cami-knickers, the undergarment that would define the postwar Jazz Age.
    — April White, JSTOR Daily, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of evolved
Verb
  • Husband Julian gave out CDs of grand piano recitals from his stock of thousands to guests as party favors.
    — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Her Imagination Library has gave out free books to kids for more than two decades, and the Dollywood Foundation provided scholarships and helped families displaced by natural disasters.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of gave out
Verb
  • Another interpretation is that people would rather spend their limited time on prose that emanated from another human mind.
    — Will Oremus, The Atlantic, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Persistent cheers emanated from outside the locker room, where kids flanked the ramp to see the Ravens take the practice field.
    — Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of emanated
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“Sent (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sent%20%28out%29. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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