as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell
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as in feature
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Recent Examples of highlight
Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 20 June 2026
Showcasing a range of hit records, deep cuts, and everything in between, this collection highlights his musical instinct, versatility, and lasting impact.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 20 June 2026
Nick Harris
june 19, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2026
Over the three centuries since the course’s founding, the course and its signature royal week have become the highlight of the British racing and social calendar.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
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Verb
O'Brien broke down that the larger fleet will allow the two to use their aircrafts more efficiently, highlighting that Allegiant's recent purchase of a Boeing 737 will allow Sun Country to utilize Allegiant's aircraft for its flights, creating a larger network.
—Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 20 June 2026
Showcasing a range of hit records, deep cuts, and everything in between, this collection highlights his musical instinct, versatility, and lasting impact.
—Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 20 June 2026
Noun
The highlight for him was a long completion down the right sideline from Dak Prescott that would’ve been good for more than a 30-yard gain.
—Nick Harris
june 19, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 June 2026
Over the three centuries since the course’s founding, the course and its signature royal week have become the highlight of the British racing and social calendar.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
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Suarez also acknowledged both teams' slow starts, emphasizing the Red Sox's need to contend.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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As Hinkley’s family and fiancée mourn the loss of a young man who still had his entire future ahead of him, prosecutors emphasized the scrutiny applied when criminal allegations involve an on-duty law enforcement officer.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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Reinhart also has 32 goals across four Stanley Cup playoff runs, scoring the game-winner in Florida’s first Cup clincher in 2024 and scoring four goals in their second Cup clincher in 2025.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
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Mike Mulholland / Getty Images The clincher for Clark was one of his worst drives of the day on the par-5 16th.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Among them was a December 2024 lesson about Christmas that featured Zwarte Piet, or Black Pete, a controversial Dutch holiday character known as a helper to Santa Claus who is depicted with exaggerated, racist physical features — including large red lips.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Delta’s current Sky Club rules reference a Grab and Go feature, saying existing Sky Club access policies and eligibility rules apply to all Grab and Go entries.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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After number of recent rescues from the Long Island Sound, officials are stressing the importance of water safety as Connecticut seeks to hire additional lifeguards to staff popular swimming spots.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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Officials stressed that crews are not entering the building or attempting to manually remove product.—
Iris Salem,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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Lee’s mad dash was the rarest of quetzal feathers in an otherwise drab capper to the four-game series.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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The skit, eh, sketch, gets a capper when Brennan returns to announce the arrival of an even bigger Someone Big.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
29 Apr. 2026
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Other types of attractions include shows, character meet-and-greets, climbing structures and wet and dry play areas.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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The backstory Loews Hotels & Co opened Loews Chicago Hotel in 2015, setting their eyes on the Streeterville neighborhood for its unique position between the Chicago River and Lake Michigan, and its proximity to downtown’s best attractions.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
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However, Nike quickly snuffed out optimism of turning point, forecasting China revenue to be down about 20% in its current quarter, which will be reported after the bell on June 30 .—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
10 June 2026
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And which team has marked turning points in their learning curve in European finals?—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Signups are open for Exploring Our Sense of Place, San Dieguito River Valley Conservancy’s program of excursions that dives deeply into the watershed’s natural and cultural history while reinforcing participants’ connection to the nature that surrounds them.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 June 2026
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Loch Raven’s 8,000-acre watershed surrounds its eponymous reservoir.—
Carl R. Gold,
Baltimore Sun,
18 June 2026
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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