1
as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in reinforced
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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as in intensified
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Recent Examples of emphasized
Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Martina Finken, Felde’s head of sales, emphasized how the traceable fibers are suitable for ring and open-end spinning, long staple spinning and non-wovens.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For example, the Artemis 2 astronauts have repeatedly emphasized that their mission is developmental and, as such, the crew is not working to a schedule but instead to the pace of training and technology development.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Xu compared the process to learning a multi-level sport and emphasized that DoorDash is still early in building these broad capabilities.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
Cole emphasized the importance of speaking up.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
And although Signature Healthcare has fewer patients, Abernathy also emphasized that the physicians work hard, which is a common misconception about concierge doctors.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Allen acknowledged the complexity of investigating a serious crime in a space that will be dismantled within days, but emphasized that the effort to identify the victim and locate any suspect remains the department's priority.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Cobb emphasized that one of the greatest threats of the DOE review is its potential to become a bedrock for future environmental policy.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
As Vevo’s Senior Manager of Talent Booking, Cynthia Todd emphasized the close partnership and trust that goes into making opportunities like these special performances come together in Live From Vevo Studios.
—Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Martina Finken, Felde’s head of sales, emphasized how the traceable fibers are suitable for ring and open-end spinning, long staple spinning and non-wovens.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For example, the Artemis 2 astronauts have repeatedly emphasized that their mission is developmental and, as such, the crew is not working to a schedule but instead to the pace of training and technology development.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Xu compared the process to learning a multi-level sport and emphasized that DoorDash is still early in building these broad capabilities.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
Cole emphasized the importance of speaking up.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
And although Signature Healthcare has fewer patients, Abernathy also emphasized that the physicians work hard, which is a common misconception about concierge doctors.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Allen acknowledged the complexity of investigating a serious crime in a space that will be dismantled within days, but emphasized that the effort to identify the victim and locate any suspect remains the department's priority.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Cobb emphasized that one of the greatest threats of the DOE review is its potential to become a bedrock for future environmental policy.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasized
Verb
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The second was a 10-play, 92-yard second quarter drive highlighted by a 37-yard pass to Malik Heath.—
Rob Reischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The stretch started with back-to-back playoff wins over the Cardinals, highlighted by a 49-15 rout in the 2015 NFC Championship Game.—
Joseph Person,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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This has reinforced the perception that AMD is still very much in the early stages of its AI journey, with Nvidia controlling a dominant share of training workloads, and Broadcom now threatening to gain market share with its custom silicon.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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However, DeepSeek's breakthrough with R1 earlier this year reinforced China's position as a formidable AI player in its own right.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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With intensified scrutiny from investors, regulators, and stakeholders, how do organizations prepare for sustainability assurance and build confidence to stand behind their sustainability numbers?—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The coming weeks could see intensified fighting, efforts to free hostages and mounting humanitarian challenges.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ladapo’s predecessors stressed the importance of hepatitis A vaccines and flu shots.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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As Democrats push to extend Obamacare subsidies set to expire at the end of the year, Cole stressed that issue and debate is outside of his committee's jurisdiction -- though Johnson could hypothetically direct him to attach it to the CR.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For Gulf leaders, the strike underscored the limits of their American security agreements, which have failed to deter Iranian, Houthi, and now Israeli aggression within their borders.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Katie Arrington, who is currently performing the duties of Department of War Chief Information Officer, has consistently underscored the vulnerabilities of the supply chain.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Using cutting-edge metals for enhanced stiffness and heat dissipation, this most recent version represents a significant generational change.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Republican lawmakers are upping the pressure on GOP leaders to extend enhanced health insurance subsidies set to expire at year’s end for those with Affordable Care Act coverage, bolstering similar demands from Democrats as part of government funding talks.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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As part of the agreement, Carlyle branding will be featured on the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB21 challenger and across key team assets, including the car chassis, drivers’ team kit, pit wall and garage environment.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Modern displays are featured above the doors on the inside and outside of the car, on the ceiling and in the transitions between cars.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The lopsided nature was underlined last season, with only two top-flight clubs using the right side less than Villa when attacking.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Lacayo underlined the significance of the museum’s role.—
MIGUEL SIRGADO,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Emphasized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasized. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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