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ffuse
Third Person
effuses
Present Participle
effusing
Past Tense
effused
Past Participle
effused
1
to release freely, often in a natural or uncontrolled manner
transitive
- When she spoke about her passion for art, she effused an enthusiasm that was infectious.
- After the news of his promotion, he couldn't help but effuse his joy and excitement to everyone he met.
- The flowers effused a delightful fragrance, filling the room with a sweet scent.
- As the clouds parted, the sun effused a warm glow over the landscape.
2
to spread outwards
- Warmth effused from the fireplace, creating a cozy atmosphere in the living room.
- Light effused from the lanterns, illuminating the path through the dark forest.
- The aroma of freshly baked bread effused from the bakery.
- Joy effused from her smile as she received the good news.
- Peace effused from the tranquil garden, offering solace to those seeking quietude.
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3
to pour out a liquid in a steady flow or stream
transitive
- The waterfall effused crystal-clear water into the pool below.
- The bartender effused the beer from the tap into the waiting glass, ensuring a perfect pour.
- With a gentle tilt, she effused the fragrant oil from the bottle onto her skin, enjoying its soothing scent.
- The pipe effused hot water into the bathtub, filling it with warmth and relaxation.
- The winemaker carefully effused the wine from the barrel into bottles, preserving its flavor and aroma.
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