1
as in highlighting
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in reinforcing
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasizing
Yasaka, the casual all day dining emphasizing wood fire and charcoal grilling, and ten person French omakase kappo counter Ren (the one to book).
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Windham agreed, emphasizing that although there may be some truth behind the claim, finding balance in your daily nutrition is always key.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
Those researchers also noted that the kind of goal-emphasizing language used in the safety testing experiments almost never appeared in the prompts enterprises use in the real world.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Despite the levity surrounding the video, the creator’s follow-up clarified the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing that the fire resulted in a total loss of the home.
—Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Others pushed back on the framing of trans people solely as recipients of services, instead emphasizing their role as contributors and leaders.
—J.m. Banks
march 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Hannah Glasse’s The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy (1747) included detailed instructions for pickling, emphasizing the importance of achieving the perfect balance of crispness and flavor.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
The films are uniquely presented in an alternating sequence across four different screens, emphasizing Conner’s signature manipulation of light, sound, and found footage.
—Robert Lang, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
Others argue that wavelengths should not be considered in isolation, emphasizing the importance of a broad spectrum of light — the way nature delivers it.
—Lynne Peeples, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
Windham agreed, emphasizing that although there may be some truth behind the claim, finding balance in your daily nutrition is always key.
—Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
Those researchers also noted that the kind of goal-emphasizing language used in the safety testing experiments almost never appeared in the prompts enterprises use in the real world.
—Jeremy Kahn, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026
Despite the levity surrounding the video, the creator’s follow-up clarified the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing that the fire resulted in a total loss of the home.
—Claire Dodds, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Others pushed back on the framing of trans people solely as recipients of services, instead emphasizing their role as contributors and leaders.
—J.m. Banks
march 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2026
Hannah Glasse’s The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy (1747) included detailed instructions for pickling, emphasizing the importance of achieving the perfect balance of crispness and flavor.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
The films are uniquely presented in an alternating sequence across four different screens, emphasizing Conner’s signature manipulation of light, sound, and found footage.
—Robert Lang, Deadline, 31 Mar. 2026
Others argue that wavelengths should not be considered in isolation, emphasizing the importance of a broad spectrum of light — the way nature delivers it.
—Lynne Peeples, Scientific American, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasizing
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The Colorado State Patrol is launching a new awareness campaign in April, highlighting common causes of crashes due to distracted driving.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Welcome to the high school baseball edition of the Fastball, a Star-Telegram series highlighting Fort Worth-area teams.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 Apr. 2026
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Larkin found that Muslim viewers in Kano reinterpreted Bollywood films through an Islamic moral lens, reading their narratives as reinforcing local values of propriety and ethical conduct.—
Gareth Barkin,
The Conversation,
2 Apr. 2026
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The video includes scenes from across the actress’s career as well as glimpses of her personal life, reinforcing her status as one of Hollywood’s most recognizable figures.—
Claire Dodds,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Despite the team’s struggles, the underlying metrics and flashes on tape showed a quarterback capable of stressing defenses in multiple ways.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Coach Erik Spoelstra in recent days has insisted that the Heat only can be the best version of themselves with Powell and Herro thriving as starters, stressing a commitment to such an approach, one now again derailed at least for another night.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, the company is deepening its integration of artificial intelligence.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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The latest data was published in the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s yearly economic indicators report, which offered an overall bleak picture of the Bay Area economy, including declining buying power among residents and deepening office vacancies in the city.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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The state’s largest botanic garden is celebrating the opening of a new woodland geared toward children, featuring artworks by local artists ages 2 to 18.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The festival is split between Auditorium Stravinski and Montreux Jazz Lab, with most nights featuring at least two artists on the bill.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
1 Apr. 2026
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Shuman-Perez has written and recorded the solo saxophone underscoring.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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NetJets anticipates up to 775 flights to the Augusta area during the peak period this year, underscoring the widespread appeal of the iconic golf championship.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
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Applications will load faster and files will be easier to move, enhancing your workspeed.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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Brine, a mixture of water and salt, proved effective at inhibiting spoilage while enhancing the flavor of food.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
31 Mar. 2026
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Diesel and jet fuel have increased even more, underlining the economic threat posed by the ongoing conflict and the effective blockade of the Persian Gulf.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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But for many, the payment process associated with the War Damages Law dragged on into the 1960s, underlining the long-term economic impact of wartime looting.—
Shannon Fogg,
The Conversation,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Emphasizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasizing. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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