1
as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
let's accentuate the saxophones during this piece by having the sax players stand up
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2
as in to intensify
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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3
as in to reinforce
to make more apparent
unfortunately, the new bedspread just accentuates the dinginess of the curtains behind the bed
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Recent Examples of accentuate
Instead, my design accentuates the collarbone, the back of the neck, and the waistline.
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Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 25 Mar. 2025
Up and down the rotation, Denver struggled to guard one-on-one, accentuating a season-long issue that looms over its championship hopes.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2025
Unlike Sour, the wear ankle bells to accentuate spritely footwork.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
So, whether your company is raising prices or not, leaders would be wise to accentuate the value of their offering through various forms of customer messaging (e.g., sales materials, marketing collateral, post-sale communications, etc.).
—Jon Picoult, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 25 Mar. 2025
Up and down the rotation, Denver struggled to guard one-on-one, accentuating a season-long issue that looms over its championship hopes.
—Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2025
Unlike Sour, the wear ankle bells to accentuate spritely footwork.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2025
So, whether your company is raising prices or not, leaders would be wise to accentuate the value of their offering through various forms of customer messaging (e.g., sales materials, marketing collateral, post-sale communications, etc.).
—Jon Picoult, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuate
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Council members emphasized that maternal mortality is deeply personal and preventable.—
Oumou Fofana,
Essence,
22 Apr. 2025
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Fremont’s 2024 Homelessness Response Plan emphasized prevention, housing and outreach.—
David Bonaccorsi,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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President Trump’s recent ultimatum proposing U.S. recognition of Russia’s annexation of Crimea has intensified the diplomatic divide within Europe, forcing European capitals to choose between Kyiv or Washington.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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As the pope’s funeral approached, security around the Vatican intensified.—
Alan Yuhas,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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And the obsequious fealty shown to him by the Republican Party reinforces why a president running amok should never have this much power again.—
Reader Commentary,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Apr. 2025
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From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.—
Griselda Flores,
Billboard,
26 Apr. 2025
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This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically underrepresented communities and their impact on our region.—
J.M. Banks,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2025
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His mission is to democratize AI, ensuring that businesses of all sizes can leverage automation to enhance productivity and efficiency.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2025
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Second report also says consumers are stressed An unrelated index to the Kearney survey is also showing some consumers are taking a defensive mode to their spending.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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Related article Trump envoy stresses need for verification in Iran nuclear talks Comments from Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, who represented the US last weekend, have suggested differently as of late.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
18 Apr. 2025
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National security risks heightened in Great Lakes regions, expert says Jim Weakley, the president of the Lake Carriers' Association, which represents the interests of U.S. commercial shippers, discussed the national security risks present at the U.S.-Canadian border.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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While Istanbul was not impacted, the devastation in southern Turkey heightened fears of a similar quake with experts citing the city’s proximity to fault lines.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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In today’s environment—where diners increasingly ask where food comes from—this trend gives operators a way to deepen authenticity, connection, and trust. #4 Diner Designed Menus that listen, meals that engage The rise of personalization isn’t new.—
Unilever Food Solutions Contributor,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The intricate tensions of their relationships are deepened by evocations of the past—including their forebears’ tragic resistance to enslavement—and of enduring African traditions.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Accentuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuate. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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