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circulation

Pronunciation: [sɜr.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən]

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Learn how to use circulation in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) the movement of blood through the body. Just like how cars drive around on roads, blood travels in your body to bring oxygen and nutrients to different parts.

Example

After exercising, my circulation improved and I felt much better.

Example

His poor circulation made it difficult for him to feel his fingers in the cold.

Example

How does good circulation help keep us healthy?

Context: “communication”

(noun) the sharing and distribution of information or materials. This is similar to how newspapers and magazines go around to people, helping everyone stay updated.

Example

The circulation of the newspaper has increased since the new designs were introduced.

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The book’s circulation dropped because fewer people were interested in reading it.

Example

What is the current circulation of our magazine?

Context: “finance”

(noun) the amount of money in use in a particular area or country. Imagine how money flows between people like a river; that’s how we think about circulation of money.

Example

The circulation of cash has increased since more people are shopping again.

Example

During the lockdown, the circulation of money in the economy slowed down.

Example

How does circulation of money affect the economy?

How to pronounce circulation

Pronunciation: [sɜr.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən]

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