AIRING Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

airing

verb

Definition of airing

present participle of air

as in voicing

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) suggested we air any complaints about the seating arrangements to the person who actually planned the event

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Recent Examples of airing Networks in Poland, Portugal and Latvia licensed the nine-episode series, which began airing in those countries this summer. — The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026 All listed as airing on BravesVision … but also TBS, MLB Network and FS1, chronologically. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Featuring appearances from Lil Wayne, Snoop Dogg, Ye, YG, Black Thought, Larry June and others, the album also finds Game seemingly airing out some long-simmering feelings about none other than Kendrick Lamar. — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026 The day after airing on cable, all three parts will drop on Disney+. — Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026 The Negan/Maggie team-up series Dead City is currently airing its third season, where a fourth may not happen. — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 To hear Gray’s full interview, airing in November, subscribe to the Filmmaker Toolkit podcast on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. — Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 19 Aug. 2026 With American Psycho in the works, Ellis’ 2023 novel The Shards is currently getting the Ryan Murphy treatment with a series adaptation, new episodes of which airing Thursdays at 9pm ET on FX and Hulu. — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 13 Aug. 2026 The 2026 Miami Dolphins preseason games are airing on CBS Miami, the official station of the Dolphins. — Cbs Miami Team, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

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Carrero is known for voicing Elena, Disney’s first Latin Princess, in the Elena of Avalor series, as well as She-Ra and Adora in She-Ra & The Princesses of Power.

— Pete Hammond, Deadline, 24 Aug. 2026
Halfway through his presidential term, around 70% of voters rate Argentina’s economic situation negatively and increasing numbers are voicing anger over wages and unemployment, El País noted.

— Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of voicing

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Instead, focus on socializing with others, exploring sports, enjoying playful times with kids and expressing your creative talents.

— Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026
Depending on the cause, a veterinarian may recommend expressing the anal glands, treating an infection or addressing contributing issues such as chronic soft stool, allergies, parasites or excess weight.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026

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For shopper Kori Farmer, The Grocery Spot helps stretch her budget while giving her access to fresh food close to home.

— Jamal Goss, CBS News, 20 Aug. 2026
The crisis is giving new urgency to an energy problem that Bangladesh’s garment manufacturers were already confronting.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of giving

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Ohio gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy released a plan stating future data centers must pay some bills and taxes for residents.

— Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
Fans of the popular comedy podcast were greeted with a generic British woman’s voice stating the episode number today instead of Watts’ improvisational beatboxing riff that served as the show’s intro since 2011.

— Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of stating

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The initial village news release announcing the event had also said that future village board meetings would include additional public safety measures, including pre-entry screening and a prohibition on bags, backpacks, and similar items.

— Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Myles Gaskin is hanging up his NFL jersey, announcing his retirement from the game of football at 29 years old.

— Scott Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2026

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