as in emphases
a special notice or importance given to something
the school's accentuation on math skills has resulted in its students being among the highest math scorers in the state
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This resulted in a deliberate shifting of certain emphases, new characters being introduced, and other adjustments.
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The traditional Quaker emphases of participation and community are embedded in the organization’s structure.
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In a video of her final performance, Lee snaps fluidly in and out of African-American Vernacular English, applying different accents and inflections.
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This dip set features glittery red and green nails, accented with white and gold accents for a festive finish.
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“Accentuations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuations. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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