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circulating

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsɝkjəˌɫeɪtɪŋ// UK //sˈɜːkjʊlˌeɪtɪŋ// cir·cu·lat·ing

v. moving around in a circle or through a group of people. You use this for things like blood, air, or news that spreads from person to person.

v. moving continuously through a system or among a group; in circulation. Often used as a post-positive modifier with currency or news.


SIMPLE

The news is circulating fast.

CONTEXTUAL

Fresh air is circulating through the vents.

COMPLEX

Rumours were circulating that the company would close.

Synonyms
Usage

The adjective is often used after the noun it modifies, especially with 'currency' or 'news'.

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