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welling

NOUN
emanation
Synonyms
STRONG
beginning derivation drainage effluence effluent efflux effusion ejaculation emission escape exhalation exudation flow flowing gush issuance issuing leakage oozing origin origination outflow proceeding radiation
WEAK
arising emerging outpour springing
Antonyms
STRONG
completion conclusion consequence effect end goal outcome outgrowth result termination
WEAK
taking withdrawal

Example Sentences

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The cameras cut to Victor in the audience, welling up with tears.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026

"It could have been my son, quite simply," said one mourner, Mina, welling up with tears.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

Miraculous moments in the story, such as water welling from a rock where Patrick later baptizes people, play out in a quiet tone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

“It really is quite something how people enjoy the time together with people from all over the world. ... You find yourself welling up for an athlete in a sport you’ve never thought about.”

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

There were unquestionably tears welling up in her eyes, but she also looked happy.

From "Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" by Jordan Sonnenblick