
Emanate
Physical Source
Use 'emanate' when you want to describe something spreading from a specific, physical location.

Music emanated from the open windows of the house.
Intensity Variation
Intensity of what emanates can vary. It may be strong or barely noticeable.

A faint aroma emanated from the kitchen.
Continuous Spread
Emanating suggests a continuous process, often not controllable.

Laughter emanated from the room throughout the evening.
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