1
as in worrying
to experience concern or anxiety
the restaurant manager has a tendency to stress about every little thing that goes wrong
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2
as in emphasizing
to make more apparent
his bad performance only stressed what I'd been saying all along
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3
as in highlighting
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
the doctor stressed the importance of exercise
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Recent Examples of stressing
Muscles are built only by stressing them through lifting weights or other physical activity.
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Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Rice underlines Taylor’s point by stressing that two dozen-plus Emmy nominations bring more than bragging rights.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 Sep. 2025
Bohls said the agency has received 130 tips as of Thursday morning, stressing that none are too small and all will be investigated.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
And the national economy and the local job market cooled, further stressing house hunters’ willingness to pay up for a home.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
Clifton Powell has once again spoken candidly about his issues with Spike Lee, doubling down on past remarks while stressing that his criticism is rooted in business and not personal dislike.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Sep. 2025
During a quiet period earlier this summer, meteorologists urged people to remain vigilant, stressing that peak hurricane season doesn't typically occur until mid-September.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Also last week, the Arizona Game and Fish Commission heard the latest warning of how continuing drought is stressing the state’s wildlife.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Councilmember Raul Campillo praised the city’s plan, stressing that costs to preserve affordable units are about $400,000 per unit while costs to subsidize new affordable units range between $500,000 and $900,000.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Rice underlines Taylor’s point by stressing that two dozen-plus Emmy nominations bring more than bragging rights.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 Sep. 2025
Bohls said the agency has received 130 tips as of Thursday morning, stressing that none are too small and all will be investigated.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 11 Sep. 2025
And the national economy and the local job market cooled, further stressing house hunters’ willingness to pay up for a home.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025
Clifton Powell has once again spoken candidly about his issues with Spike Lee, doubling down on past remarks while stressing that his criticism is rooted in business and not personal dislike.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 10 Sep. 2025
During a quiet period earlier this summer, meteorologists urged people to remain vigilant, stressing that peak hurricane season doesn't typically occur until mid-September.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
Also last week, the Arizona Game and Fish Commission heard the latest warning of how continuing drought is stressing the state’s wildlife.
—Shaun McKinnon, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Councilmember Raul Campillo praised the city’s plan, stressing that costs to preserve affordable units are about $400,000 per unit while costs to subsidize new affordable units range between $500,000 and $900,000.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stressing
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This willingness of the AI to heap praise and act as a sycophant has worrying consequences for the populace as a whole.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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In fact, Federal Reserve policymakers have already started worrying about the housing market.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Emily Ruff, owner and principal designer of Cohesively Curated Interiors, echoes this statement, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful organisation.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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Technically, his performance notably accompanies the musical text with drum breaks and underscoring between scenes, emphasizing the musicality of McCraney’s writing and the actors’ tempo.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
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The milestone marks a symbolic win for the blue-chip index, highlighting the market’s resilience despite tariff concerns and signs of weakness in the economy.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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In the meantime, the solar eclipse in Virgo brings emphasis to your values and sense of stability, highlighting ways to earn and manage your money.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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In 2008, the Second Chance Act extended potential stays from six to twelve months, reinforcing their role in reentry.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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By presenting Manuka honey as a spectrum rather than a one-size offering, Nate’s helps consumers find the right fit for their needs while reinforcing trust in their purchase.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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For close to an hour, the band, including The Black Crowes’ singer Chris Robinson, Brad Whitford, Buck Johnson, Robert DeLeo, and Eric Kretz, put on a rollicking opening set featuring everything from Crowes cuts to Stone Temple Pilots covers, and even a shredding appearance from Slash.—
John Lonsdale,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Sep. 2025
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The track is packed with thrills, featuring three 360-degree spirals, an 80-foot double helix, two uphill stretches, and a mid-race bridge that offers the perfect chance to size up your opponent and take in the views.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Stressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stressing. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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