circulation
noun
cir·cu·la·tion
ˌsər-kyə-ˈlā-shən 
1
: orderly movement through a circuit
especially
: the movement of blood through the vessels of the body induced by the pumping action of the heart
2
: flow
3
a
: passage or transmission from person to person or place to place
especially
: the interchange of currency
coins in circulation
b
: the extent of dissemination: such as
(1)
: the average number of copies of a publication sold over a given period
(2)
: the total number of items borrowed from a library
Examples of circulation in a Sentence
He has bad circulation in his legs.
The drug improves blood circulation.
The attic has poor air circulation.
the circulation of ocean waters
Let's open the windows to get some circulation in here.
This memo is not meant for circulation.
The coins have recently entered circulation.
Recent Examples on the Web
Bian, a traditional Chinese stone, is known for its ability to improve circulation and detoxify the skin.
—
Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2024
The science is sound; ample medical journals and research papers have well-documented the physiological upsides of cold plunges, including reducing inflammation, building stress resilience, increasing pain tolerance, and improving circulation.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
Caralluma fimbriata: This herb contains a compound that may increase the circulation of serotonin to the brain.
—Weight Loss Advisors, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Each decade between 1979 and 2020, the rate at which heat waves travel, pushed along by air circulation, slowed by about 5 miles per day, the study found.
—Delger Erdenesanaa, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
But the unexpected source of Little’s colors make his scenes even more potent: The pigments are made from the chemical compounds of guns, taken out of circulation and dissolved in Little’s workshop.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
Causes include overproduction of pigmentation, lax skin, allergies and poor circulation.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2024
Dry brushing the legs can remove dry skin, reduce ingrown hairs, and promote circulation.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Make sure your drapes or shades are not blocking vents, as that can restrict air circulation.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2024
Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2024
The science is sound; ample medical journals and research papers have well-documented the physiological upsides of cold plunges, including reducing inflammation, building stress resilience, increasing pain tolerance, and improving circulation.
—Sean Evans, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
Caralluma fimbriata: This herb contains a compound that may increase the circulation of serotonin to the brain.
—Weight Loss Advisors, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
Each decade between 1979 and 2020, the rate at which heat waves travel, pushed along by air circulation, slowed by about 5 miles per day, the study found.
—Delger Erdenesanaa, New York Times, 29 Mar. 2024
But the unexpected source of Little’s colors make his scenes even more potent: The pigments are made from the chemical compounds of guns, taken out of circulation and dissolved in Little’s workshop.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 28 Mar. 2024
Causes include overproduction of pigmentation, lax skin, allergies and poor circulation.
—Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2024
Dry brushing the legs can remove dry skin, reduce ingrown hairs, and promote circulation.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2024
Make sure your drapes or shades are not blocking vents, as that can restrict air circulation.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 1 Apr. 2024
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“Circulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/circulation. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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circulation
noun
cir·cu·la·tion
ˌsər-kyə-ˈlā-shən
1
: orderly movement through a circuit
especially
: the movement of blood through the vessels of the body caused by the pumping action of the heart
2
a
: passage from person to person or place to place
coins in circulation
b
: the average number of copies (as of a newspaper) sold over a given period
Medical Definition
circulation
noun
cir·cu·la·tion
ˌsər-kyə-ˈlā-shən
: the movement of blood through the vessels of the body that is induced by the pumping action of the heart and serves to distribute nutrients and oxygen to and remove waste products from all parts of the body see pulmonary circulation, systemic circulation
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