ventilated 1 of 2

adjective

as in vented
open to the free circulation of air if the barn isn't kept ventilated, the hay can ignite

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ventilated

2 of 2

verb

past tense of ventilate
as in voiced
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) a person who tends to ventilate opinions without first thinking them through

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Recent Examples of ventilated
Adjective
Kia America The X-Line SX’s available heated and ventilated seats, driver memory system, heated steering wheel, panoramic roof and surround-view camera would not have appeared in a mainstream subcompact SUV a few years ago. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026 Depending on trim and spec, Hyundai also says Ioniq 3 owners will get the option of heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system, ambient LED lighting and, bizarrely, cabin materials inspired by 1970s Italian furniture. — New Atlas, 21 Apr. 2026 The Lincoln Aviator is a luxury SUV due to its potent twin turbo V6 engine with intelligent AWD, and a cabin featuring premium leather heated and ventilated seats, a panoramic vista roof, and a Revel audio system. — Tony Leopardo, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026 Inclusive of a 283-mile range, and 300 horsepower, the Elite model comes standard with dual AWD motors, 21-inch aluminum alloy wheels, and heated and ventilated seats. — Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 25 Dec. 2025
Verb
The cause of death was not immediately available, but Dietl said that Muñoz had contracted COVID-19 during the pandemic, was put into a coma and ventilated and had been dealing with health issues ever since. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026 While rescuers worked to get the worker to safety, crews ventilated the space with air and established a communication line. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026 The Touring’s heated and ventilated leather seats and lumbar support helped keep exhaustion at bay. — Robert Duffer, AJC.com, 2 Oct. 2026 Second, the emissions released inside homes from furnaces, stoves and hot water heaters can be harmful to humans, especially children, and especially if not properly ventilated. — The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 21 Sep. 2026 Just be sure to avoid high temperatures and exposure to sunlight (which will trigger sprouting) and keep the storage area well-ventilated. — Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 2026 Its Elite trim comes standard with features like a head-up display, heated and ventilated front seats and a seven-mode drive system including modes like Trail and Sand. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Meaning a school that had high ceilings that was well ventilated, that had big windows for light and for air to come in, a nice entrance way, that’s something that would look nice. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026 They’re gusseted, ventilated, water-resistant, and extremely durable, with double-layered fabric on the knees and heels. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ventilated
  1. breezy
  2. voiced
  3. airy
  4. expressed
  5. vented
  6. stated
  7. gave
Adjective
  • South winds will become breezy ahead of the approaching front.
    — Michael Autovino, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The cold front is expected to move west to east through the area Thursday afternoon, bringing colder temperatures, drier air and breezy northwesterly winds that could gust 25 to 30 mph behind the front, the weather service said.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of breezy
Verb
  • Some attendees voiced concerns beyond voting and the economy.
    — Reginald David, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
  • Leading candidate Marine Le Pen, of the conservative National Rally party, has voiced support for the police, blaming students for any violence.
    — Tyler Speicher, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of voiced
Adjective
  • The Netflix honcho had met with HBO chief Casey Bloys multiple times this year, including a very public one at Superba, the airy restaurant on Sunset near the Netflix offices that also serves as the streamer’s unofficial commissary.
    — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Known as Anamesa, the airy abode exists between indoor and outdoor living.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of airy
Verb
  • However, other analysts have expressed concerns about assuming that take-or-pay legal structures are iron-clad and about equating backlogs with revenue.
    — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026
  • This was placed in a room where three Juszkiewicz works hinged on flourishing gladioli and calla, next to Valentino’s gowns that expressed his couture skills with sequined and embroidered dresses embellished with floral references and leaf motifs.
    — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of expressed
Verb
  • Sometimes releases are allowed, despite the climate impact of methane, for example when a pressure relief valve is vented on a gas tank as part of maintenance.
    — Blanca Begert, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Many sympathized with the victim, known as Jane Doe, and vented about Cornell’s response.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of vented
Verb
  • Tools like administrative subpoenas and monetary penalties would require DOJ enforcement, the government attorney stated, while the agency launched an early renewal proceeding that included a public comment period.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Guillard's claims continued even after Scofield's lawyers sent her a cease-and-desist order, after Moscow police publicly stated the professor was not a suspect — and even after police arrested Bryan Kohberger in connection with the crimes.
    — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of stated
Verb
  • Rocket Lab was supposed to have a satellite on standby to go up and inspect True Anomaly’s spacecraft, ready to launch on short notice once military officials gave the order.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 26 June 2026
  • Additionally, prosecutors allege Rincker gave Alvarez a 12-gauge pump action shotgun, Jamioles said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026
Definition of gave

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“Ventilated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ventilated. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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