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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Now she’s channeling much of her energy into recovery and relief efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 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

Ms. Triplett is a force, even if she seems to be channeling Ruth Gordon, and Alex Gibson-Giorgio—wisely—does a bit of lifting from Erik Rhodes, the original Alberto Beddini.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 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

I deserve to feel good, Moss thought, channeling his therapist.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro