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Permeate

  1. verb

    penetrate mutually or be interlocked

    The territories of two married people interpenetrate a lot

    Similar: interpenetrate

  2. verb

    spread or diffuse through

    An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration

    Similar: pervade, penetrate, interpenetrate, diffuse, imbue, riddle

  3. verb

    pass through

    Water permeates sand easily

    Similar: percolate, sink in, filter