Definitions

channeling

[chan-l-ing] / ˈtʃæn l ɪŋ /

VERB

direct, guide

Synonyms

STRONGEST

carry convey funnel siphon transmit transport

STRONG

conduct pipe route send

WEAK

traject

Antonyms

STRONGEST

hold keep

Example Sentences

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Family offices are channeling ever more capital directly into companies over investing in private-market funds.

From Barron's • May 23, 2026

Scientists think these filaments also act as intergalactic highways, channeling gas into galaxies and fueling the birth of new stars.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

And Lady Gaga, Mother Monster though she is, has spent her short but promising acting career channeling grandma, which I mean with the utmost respect and adoration.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

How is the giant country festival channeling the SoCal-born traveling punk festival, you ask?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Yakov joined me in my struggle, wrestling against the creature as though he were channeling his namesake.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros