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as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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as in reinforced
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasized
Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
In discussing his strategic priorities, England emphasized that the next phase for Target involves leveraging technology, specifically AI and automation, and modernizing how products are planned, moved and delivered.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
The scientists emphasized that offshore floating solar is emerging as an attractive option for densely populated or land-constrained countries.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
In a post on X, Obama emphasized the growing national focus on state high courts and their role in shaping major issues, including voting rights and reproductive freedom.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The governor emphasized DeMore’s deep experience as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and Special Victim’s Counsel.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Raman emphasized tenant protections and increased housing production, while presenting herself as an alternative to the current administration.
—City News Service, Daily News, 19 May 2026
The discussions also emphasized real-world use and human need, forcing us to map our experiments around them.
—Tetiana Aleksandrova, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The Audiencia Nacional emphasized that its ruling refers only to taxes due in 2011.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Verb
The overall effect was magical; the pristine white of the orbs and the robed created a sheer background that further emphasized the already bright spectacle of the dancing, leaping players and the beasts alongside them.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
In discussing his strategic priorities, England emphasized that the next phase for Target involves leveraging technology, specifically AI and automation, and modernizing how products are planned, moved and delivered.
—Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
The scientists emphasized that offshore floating solar is emerging as an attractive option for densely populated or land-constrained countries.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
In a post on X, Obama emphasized the growing national focus on state high courts and their role in shaping major issues, including voting rights and reproductive freedom.
—CBS News, 19 May 2026
The governor emphasized DeMore’s deep experience as a prosecutor, defense attorney, and Special Victim’s Counsel.
—Rick Sobey, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
Raman emphasized tenant protections and increased housing production, while presenting herself as an alternative to the current administration.
—City News Service, Daily News, 19 May 2026
The discussions also emphasized real-world use and human need, forcing us to map our experiments around them.
—Tetiana Aleksandrova, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The Audiencia Nacional emphasized that its ruling refers only to taxes due in 2011.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasized
Adjective
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Members of her staff are leaving; others are simply resistant to her ideas, noting, pragmatically, that the intensified focus on each patient will slow down their rounds and place undue pressure on the staff as a whole.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
15 May 2026
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War monitors say an intensified crackdown that began with the crushing of January’s nationwide protests continues, often targeting those who take videos of strikes or try to get around a weekslong internet blackout to contact the outside world.—
Sarah el Deeb,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The recent drone attacks on nuclear facilities in the Russia-Ukraine war and the attack on a nuclear power plant in Abu Dhabi, have highlighted the seriousness of these attacks.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
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In its 2025 report on the 25 Best Countries for Expats, global expat community InterNations highlighted the destinations where international residents feel most satisfied, secure, and welcome.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2026
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Worldwide shipping disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic reinforced the importance of having a local food supply in Hawaii, and the state in recent years has offered additional support to the farms.—
Jennifer Sinco Kelleher,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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Robust spending and strong demand for AI infrastructure have reinforced analysts’ confidence in several stocks.—
TipRanks.com Staff,
CNBC,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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China has already imposed export controls on lithium-ion batteries and graphite anodes — controls that took effect in November 2025 and remain in place, with a temporary suspension of enhanced licensing requirements currently in force through November 2026.—
Gene Berdichevsky,
Fortune,
14 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the tote is incredibly roomy and lightweight at only one pound, and each bag is fitted with additional exterior pockets for enhanced organization.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Council President Joe LaCava, who praised the revisions Wednesday, stressed that the new revenue the mayor relies on veers from the city’s recent practice of raising fees on residents — like trash fees or paid parking in Balboa Park.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Victor officials have also stressed that this type of infrastructure crisis is not unique to one small Colorado city.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Scott Palmer, one of the attorneys representing Denise, underscored the fact that Djena wasn’t kept in the house against her will, or prevented from using the internet.—
Yudhijit Bhattacharjee,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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At the ceremony, Meghan paid tribute to the children remembered in the installation and underscored the urgent need for stronger global protections for children online.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Pending any video challenges in their season finale on Tuesday night versus Anaheim, the Wild will take a perfect review record into the playoffs, where every goal or potential no goal becomes more magnified.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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Maybe in some ways, kind of magnified.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Pinstripe Bowl between Penn State and Clemson featured teams that opened the year with national championship aspirations but combined for 13 regular-season victories.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Emphasized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasized. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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