C1verbhealthmedia
US/ˈsɜːr.kjə.leɪt/
UK/ˈsɜː.kjə.leɪt/
to move around continuously, like blood or air; also to pass information from person to person
In context
Rumors began to circulate that the company was going to close.
Open the windows to let fresh air circulate through the room.
The manager circulated the new timetable to all staff by email.
Words that go with circulate
adverb + verb
- widely circulatedA widely circulated video showed the moment the bridge collapsed.
verb + adverb
- circulate freelyMake sure air can circulate freely around the fridge.
- circulate onlineFake photos of the storm began to circulate online.
verb + preposition
- circulate throughThe heart makes blood circulate through the body.
- circulate amongThe report was circulated among senior managers.