1
as in focus
a special notice or importance given to something
a prep school with a long-established emphasis on sports
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Relevance
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as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the emphasis with which my parents issued the warning about smoking left no doubt that they were serious
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Recent Examples of emphasis
There is also an emphasis on the stories of those who were enslaved on the property.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
The State Department of Education must also develop a framework on AI, with an emphasis on responsible use of AI, instructional integration and academic integrity.
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Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
1 July 2026
The main emphasis is on small groups, movement and competition.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
The month brings emphasis to intimacy, travel, career, health and home, making themes surrounding trust and responsibility top of mind.
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Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for emphasis
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
1 July 2026
The State Department of Education must also develop a framework on AI, with an emphasis on responsible use of AI, instructional integration and academic integrity.
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Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
1 July 2026
The main emphasis is on small groups, movement and competition.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2026
The month brings emphasis to intimacy, travel, career, health and home, making themes surrounding trust and responsibility top of mind.
—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for emphasis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasis
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More Freedom 250 controversy Freedom 250 has been the focus of other controversy over funding transparency and religious representations.
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In Appalachia, a regional style of song emerged that transformed the narrative focus of British ballads into shorter lyric folk songs suitable for presentation on commercial recordings.
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As the moon and Pluto align, your aura of intensity magnifies.
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Rather than simply assembling the most talented roster possible, Taylor said JHX is prioritizing players who understand the tournament’s intensity and have experienced the disappointment of coming up short.
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If stress builds, schedule a short stretch break and set softer deadlines where possible, because kindness to your body supports reliable output.
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Always packing a portable charger is key to ensuring a stress-free travel day, which flight attendants can’t recommend more.
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Dillon Thieneman’s speed Since draft night in April, Thieneman has been lauded for his combination of speed, instincts and aggressiveness.
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This is a lineup structured to thrive with a small-ball approach — high batting average, chaos and aggressiveness on the basepaths, and manufacturing runs.
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And at roughly 100 calories per tablespoon apiece, both butter and margarine can be calorie-dense, making either choice capable of causing unwanted weight gain.
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That index is considered to be more accurate than the Body Mass Index, which is only based on weight and height.
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In June 2024, Kelce and Swift were at the center of worldwide attention, even though their relationship wasn’t even a year old.
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The retro ensemble caught the attention of fans and press everywhere.
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“Emphasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasis. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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