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aired

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɛɹd// UK //ˈeəd// aired

v. to broadcast a program on television or radio. It can also mean to share your opinions or complaints publicly so others can hear them.

v. to broadcast a program via radio or television; by extension, to manifest or give public utterance to opinions or grievances. Transitive when referring to the act of broadcasting or expressing specific views.


SIMPLE

The final episode of the show aired last night.

CONTEXTUAL

During the staff meeting, several employees aired their concerns about the new office policy.

COMPLEX

The documentary was originally scheduled for a prime-time slot, but the network decided it should be aired later in the evening to avoid potential controversy regarding its graphic content.

Synonyms
Usage

When used to mean 'broadcast', it can be used both transitively ('they aired the show') and intransitively ('the show aired').

Pitfall

The show was aired on 8 PMThe show aired at 8 PMUse the preposition 'at' for specific times, and note that 'aired' is commonly used intransitively for scheduled broadcasts.

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