- present tense form of permeate (3rd person singular).
permeates
Example Sentences
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Why it’s worth seeing: The wacky inventiveness Wilson brought to his genius HBO show, “How to With John Wilson,” permeates the film.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
The maturity of the crowd permeates everything onboard, down to the smell, said another.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Even as culture permeates up from the internet, being around the corner is important.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
Once Egg is unmasked, we come to understand why he’s so drawn to this enormous man whose gentle spirit permeates Claffey’s faultless performance.
From Salon ● Feb. 23, 2026
A spice-laden shelf runs along one wall, and the scent of lemon and cardamom permeates the air.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
