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Definition of emphasize
emphasized
;emphasizing
From the M-W Editors
Examples of emphasize in a Sentence
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
Recent Examples of emphasize from the Web
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But more recent messages have emphasized simpler methods.
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In fact, when Hunter and his teammates traveled to Bloomington for that team camp, James said IU’s staff had been pitching him as more of a stretch four, emphasizing his size.
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Sammarco emphasized this decision is only temporary.
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Similarly: In 2017, Federer chose to de-emphasize clay and this was validated.
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For now, Mr. Peltz has emphasized cutting costs and trimming the layers of management bureaucracy at Procter & Gamble, but not much else.
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An open legislative process is the exact opposite of McConnell’s strategy, which has emphasized secrecy and speed.
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CCA architects emphasize ultra-local generation, meaning solar panels on the roofs and yards of homes and office buildings.
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Frieden, however, emphasized his concern for the agency no matter how competent or devoted the new director.
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First Known Use of emphasize
1793
EMPHASIZE Defined for English Language Learners
emphasize
playDefinition of emphasize for English Language Learners
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: to give special attention to (something) : to place emphasis on (something)
EMPHASIZE Defined for Kids
emphasize
playDefinition of emphasize for Students
emphasized
;emphasizing
: to give special attention or importance to He emphasized the word “maybe.”
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