Circulate

usgb/ˈsɜːrkjəleɪt/
verb

To move around from place to place or from person to person.

Rumors of the actor's retirement circulated around the internet.
Visual representation of "circulate" - to move around from place to place or from person to person

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  • circulate rumors
  • circulate information
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Personal Gossip

Often used when discussing rumors that are shared among people.

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I heard the gossip about the new manager circulate in the office.
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Viral Spread

Describes how quickly something can spread across the internet or through social media.

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The video of the singing dog circulated rapidly online.
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Continuous Movement

Implies a regular or ongoing movement but not necessarily in a physical ring or loop.

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The waiters circulated through the room, offering appetizers.
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