1
as in to spread
to cause (something) to pass from one to another
sneezing and coughing can transmit disease
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2
as in to send
to cause to go or be taken from one place to another
I'll transmit this information over the airwaves
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as in to leave
to put (something) into the possession or safekeeping of another
transmitted the deed of his house to his lawyer
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Recent Examples of transmit
It can be transmitted by direct contact or by airborne spread when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes.
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Nicole Cobler, Axios, 24 Feb. 2025
Riggi says data is often transmitted to China with the stated purpose of monitoring a device’s performance, but little else is known about what happens to the data beyond that.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
The virus can be transmitted via droppings, urine, blood and saliva.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2025
The endoscope transmits images of the tissues to a screen, and healthcare providers may collect a tissue sample for biopsy.7
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes abdominal pain along with other digestive symptoms, such as diarrhea and constipation.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 12 Feb. 2025
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Nicole Cobler, Axios, 24 Feb. 2025
Riggi says data is often transmitted to China with the stated purpose of monitoring a device’s performance, but little else is known about what happens to the data beyond that.
—Kevin Williams, CNBC, 23 Feb. 2025
The virus can be transmitted via droppings, urine, blood and saliva.
—Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2025
The endoscope transmits images of the tissues to a screen, and healthcare providers may collect a tissue sample for biopsy.7
A Quick Review
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes abdominal pain along with other digestive symptoms, such as diarrhea and constipation.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for transmit
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The ripple effects of the tense relations with the US have spread through Canadian society, with fans at NHL and NBA games in Canada even booing the US national anthem.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN,
9 Mar. 2025
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That evening outside Eaton Canyon, the fire spread without halting.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2025
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The United States has sent hundreds of billions of dollars to support Ukraine’s defense with no security, with no anything.—
TIME Staff,
TIME,
5 Mar. 2025
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In that order, the judge ordered Nathan to surrender his guns and sent a copy of the order to BSO.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2025
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Trudeau, who is soon to be leaving office, announced on Monday that, as a response to Trump's plans, Canada would be implementing tariffs on $155 billion worth of American goods, including tariffs effective immediately on nearly $21 billion.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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So who ended up getting married, and who was left hanging?—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
EW.com,
7 Mar. 2025
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By acknowledging that leaders don’t have all the answers and are open to the ideas of others, an important message is conveyed that this is an organization that supports an inclusive culture built on new ideas and creativity.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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While one side of the frame shows Pia racing to meet her mother at the bank, conveying her struggle as a hapless klutz, the other half displays a henna ceremony interstitial, elegantly establishing the beauty of tradition and community.—
Courtney Howard,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2025
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Bond spent two seasons with Alabama before transferring to Texas for the 2024 season.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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Before transferring to join Clemson’s inaugural gymnastics program, Clark was also a star at Utah State University.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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Then again, perhaps the world of Goop is not so far away after all: In these pages, Marisa Meltzer looks at the longevity practices of Marina Abramović, who, with her workshops and serums, may well be giving Gwyneth Paltrow a run for her money.—
Sarah Douglas,
ARTnews.com,
4 Mar. 2025
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And, at least in international markets, being crowned with an Academy Award is already giving the film considerable boost.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2025
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Coney Barrett provided the key vote, siding with the three liberal justices and Chief Justice John Roberts to hand the Trump administration a major loss.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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The coaching staff can’t just hand minutes to anyone.—
Tony East,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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As a business owner, your job is to effectively communicate this with your human staff and your AI tools.—
Jennifer C. Wolfe, Esq.,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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At the same time, the administration has been restricting the NIH's activities, including the agency's ability to communicate with the public and process thousands of grant applications for billions of dollars.—
Rob Stein,
NPR,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Transmit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transmit. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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