Examples of emphasize in a Sentence
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized its historical importance during remarks at the site.
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Maddie White, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Ellison and Paramount have faced significant criticism from the political left because, unlike much of Hollywood, Ellison has emphasized making entertainment designed to appeal to broad audiences.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
Supporters repeatedly emphasized Bass’ ability to bring together groups that do not always agree politically, including labor unions, business organizations and immigrant rights groups.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 9 June 2026
In an interview, Dotres emphasized to the Miami Herald that the cost to the district was just one factor in school closures and consolidations.
—Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
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Maddie White, CBS News, 10 June 2026
Ellison and Paramount have faced significant criticism from the political left because, unlike much of Hollywood, Ellison has emphasized making entertainment designed to appeal to broad audiences.
—Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
Supporters repeatedly emphasized Bass’ ability to bring together groups that do not always agree politically, including labor unions, business organizations and immigrant rights groups.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 9 June 2026
In an interview, Dotres emphasized to the Miami Herald that the cost to the district was just one factor in school closures and consolidations.
—Miami Herald, 9 June 2026
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emphasize. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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emphasize
verb
em·pha·size
ˈem(p)-fə-ˌsīz 
emphasized; emphasizing
: to place emphasis on : stress as being important or so as to stand out
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