pervading

Example Sentences

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But the office’s pervading atmosphere of hard work and quiet focus felt uncannily similar to its big-screen analog.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The 17th-century painter’s depiction of the biblical figure, who has left behind her life of sin, is a work of entrancing details and pervading stillness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

In retrospect, its uncompromising litmus tests and chilly demeanor were real weaknesses, creating a pervading fear that any false step could expel one from good graces, and that a return trip was always, always treacherous.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Like “Bridgerton,” our “Heated Rivalry” obsession is related to a hollow longing for connection pervading society right now.

From Salon • Mar. 4, 2026

“There seemed to be a lack of enthusiasm suddenly pervading the scene,” Alvarez recalled, “and we were worried about . . . whether it was a change in climate in Washington.”

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik