as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them
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Several commenters highlighted the irony, given dolls' recent emergence as a flashpoint in debates over tariffs and trade policy, and the toymaker's recent decision to raise its prices.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025 -
Toyota highlighted the levies' hit to profits at a press briefing on Thursday on its fiscal year which ended March 31, 2025.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
8 May 2025
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Sheridan emphasizes that businesses should openly discuss costs and pricing on their websites.—
Shep Hyken,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The company emphasizes quality control improvements after past recalls.—
Olivia Evans,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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Adobe executives stressed the importance of understanding each model’s strengths and nuances to achieve optimal results.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Despite the rising rate of PPD potentially reflecting improved screening and diagnosis practices, the study stresses the importance of developing and implementing interventions to prevent the condition.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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Alongside original members Tim Gane and Laetitia Sadier, Instant Holograms on Metal Film features contributions from Cooper Crain, Rob Frye, Ben LaMar Gay, Ric Elsworth, Holger Zapf, Marie Merlet, and Molly Read.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2025
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The building itself includes 24-hour concierge service and features a gracious lobby with a residents’ lounge.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Point (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point%20%28up%29. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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