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permeates

VERB

filter, spread throughout

Synonyms

STRONGEST

imbue impregnate infiltrate infuse invade pass through penetrate percolate pervade saturate seep steep suffuse

STRONG

charge diffuse drench fill ingrain pierce soak stab stalk transfuse

WEAK

go through interfuse

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dehydrate dry take out

Example Sentences

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“We expect inflation to remain elevated in coming quarters as the surge in energy prices observed since the beginning of the Middle East conflict permeates U.K. prices more broadly,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Once Egg is unmasked, we come to understand why he’s so drawn to this enormous man whose gentle spirit permeates Claffey’s faultless performance.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Karp’s affinity for German philosophy permeates his mannerisms.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 25, 2025

That sentiment of powerlessness, hopelessness even, permeates many conversations.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

The sound permeates the walls, the floor, Marie-Laure’s chest.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr