How to Use accent in a Sentence

accent

1 of 2 noun
  • Put the accent on the first syllable of the word.
  • The tourist had a foreign accent.
  • The word “before” has the accent on the last syllable.
  • He has a heavy southern accent.
  • The accents in the French word “émigré” show how the letter “e” should be pronounced.
  • She spoke with an American accent.
  • Regional accents are common in the U.S.
  • The bright lime accents are a surprise but work nicely with the blue.
    Carol Besler, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2023
  • In a film propelled by high jinks, the gag that stays with us the longest is Jamie’s accent.
    New York Times, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Remove from cream and off-white bouclé accent pieces and opt for warmer tones.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 8 Dec. 2023
  • The stench is like an accent on this form of human misery.
    Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 14 May 2023
  • Healy laughs at the hosts’ accents on the podcast and encourages them.
    Vulture, 1 June 2023
  • Stood on the stoop and talked to her in that beautiful Colombian accent of his.
    Junot Díaz, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2023
  • Try adding in accents that aren’t a part of the flowery aesthetic.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
  • The brown skin and placeable accents don’t make the movie more fun, just utopic and therefore less arguable.
    Wesley Morris, New York Times, 24 May 2023
  • This time the devil’s in the U.K., and children and ghosts are both scarier and funnier with British accents.
    Vulture, 8 Sep. 2023
  • Cons The fit of these and their distressed accents might not be for everyone.
    Erika Reals, Peoplemag, 6 Oct. 2023
  • The center-court logo really pops with the red accents on the floor.
    Shane Young, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024
  • The pillow would look great added to throw pillows on your couch or as an accent on your bed.
    Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2024
  • The letters have a floral design with coral, blue, and green accents.
    Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2023
  • The Wilderness exterior accents add the trim that can be seen a mile away.
    Tony Leopardo, The Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2024
  • Of course, the family is very out of place — even with the dad painfully adopting the local accent.
    Andy Hoglund, EW.com, 25 Feb. 2024
  • The ivory version is adorned with chiffon lace accents for a softer touch.
    Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 8 Feb. 2024
  • What words in the yet unformed Occident May come refined with the accents that are ours?
    Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Aug. 2023
  • The funky lug sole is a stylish accent when worn with wide-leg trousers or cropped jeans, and also adds a subtle boost of height without the pain of heels.
    Jennifer Chan, Travel + Leisure, 25 Mar. 2024
  • The bubble font comes in your choice of 30 base colors and 30 accents colors for a unique and custom design.
    Addie Morton, Southern Living, 24 July 2023
  • Natalia Robert Now the three rooms are a cohesive open space with just the right amount of color, pattern, and accents.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 14 Feb. 2024
  • Kids will enjoy that the earmuffs band has fun glitter accents.
    Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 30 Nov. 2023
  • Each villa pairs a warm palette with wooden furnishings and glitzy gold accents.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2024
  • Decked out in classic Versace silhouettes (and plenty of gold medallion accents), Murphy says the campaign reflects his true self.
    Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 3 Apr. 2024
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accent

2 of 2 verb
  • The drake has a white chest and sides accented with a glossy black back.
    M.d. Johnson, Field & Stream, 30 Nov. 2023
  • The singer's look was topped off with a black hat accented with a mesh veil.
    Kimberlee Speakman, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024
  • The couple was said to have sourced wood from an old barn in New Hampshire to accent the kitchen.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 Oct. 2022
  • Her chin-length bob was styled in a sleek silk press to accent her bronzy glam makeup look.
    Briannah Rivera, Seventeen, 20 Mar. 2023
  • Zoë rocked short bangs with her hair pulled back and held a black clutch to accent her polished look.
    Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 4 Dec. 2023
  • Planters accent the space, and works by Mexican artists fill the walls.
    Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 26 Jan. 2023
  • The suite is light and airy with a feminine essence of taupe and white tones, with hints of gold, black, and wood accenting.
    Allyson Portee, Forbes, 2 May 2023
  • Instead of the go-to hair clip or bow, take a cue from Hoyeon Jung and accent a structured style with sparkles along your part.
    Lindy Segal, Harper's BAZAAR, 30 Sep. 2022
  • Learn how to install your own shiplap wall to accent your farmhouse decor.
    Andrea Crowley, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2022
  • At 19 inches, the chain sits right at your collarbone to accent your face.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 2 May 2023
  • The hue even makes it to her long nails, which are accented in crystals and what appears to be silver… veins?
    Marci Robin, Allure, 12 Sep. 2023
  • The neckline dipped down to her chest for a princess-like touch, which Mulvaney accented with a sweet necklace.
    Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 12 June 2023
  • The metallic hue was accented by a black velvet top and matching train.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2023
  • Built in the late 1800s, the building sits on five rolling acres of land, accented by walking paths, two ponds, a stream, and a covered gazebo.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2023
  • The Stallion swept metallic gold across her eyelids to accent her head-to-toe golden look.
    ELLE, 3 May 2022
  • Brick on the exterior wall was used to accent the wall with the slider, and the slider and the windows near it were stained a blue/green color to match the rest of the house.
    Joanne Kempinger Demski, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2022
  • The strap can be adjusted from 30 to 55 inches, and the bag is accented with a cute tassel keychain as well.
    Rena Behar, Travel + Leisure, 20 Nov. 2023
  • The mom of four and Betty Buzz founder wore a metallic sequin jumpsuit accented with a thin tan belt.
    Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2023
  • This soup is accented by the juice of one lemon, so digging out a citrus juicer will ensure no seeds fly into the pot.
    Nick Siano, Sacramento Bee, 20 Feb. 2024
  • The Meadowbrook Drive home was built in 2010 with an open floor plan that accents views of the ocean and the Channel Islands from almost every room.
    Mary Forgione, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • The home’s great room — a two-story-tall space with wood beams that accent the vaulted ceiling — is at the opposite end of the foyer.
    Dallas News, 15 Jan. 2022
  • The basil adds a nice earthiness to accent the bitterness of the citrus and also adds a nice pop of green color.
    Jais Tollette, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2022
  • But Andrew McMahon knew how to bring in the keys to accent the song’s seductive nature.
    Troy L. Smith, cleveland, 2 Mar. 2022
  • Copper planters are a wonderful way to accent your outdoor space with a hint of shine, and this large planter will add just the right gleaming touch.
    Rachel Klein, Popular Mechanics, 2 May 2022
  • Flavors of tart plums and cherries, accented by wild herbs.
    Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 8 June 2023
  • The tight-plunging looks are as fitting for him as for her, accented by a lariat gold chain.
    Colleen Barry, Quartz, 22 Feb. 2024
  • The dress buttons up the front with a covered placket, and Swift wore it with a gold chain belt to accent the waist—a timeless styling hack to help jazz up a basic look.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 24 Jan. 2024
  • Within the wheel arches—accented by black trim that extends down the side skirts—are 18-inch wheels with a snazzy design, at least on the higher trims.
    Caleb Miller, Car and Driver, 5 July 2023
  • With a cacophony of saws, nail guns and heavily accented (but good-natured) bickering and ribbing among the siblings and the crew, the magic happens over and over.
    Olivia McCormack, Washington Post, 18 Mar. 2024
  • The gilded lobby, accented by marble and crystal chandeliers, is like stepping back in time.
    Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024

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