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Recent Examples of highlights
Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
This detail highlights the complexity of color, mirroring how tweeds that appear predominantly green or brown are, in fact, woven from a rich spectrum of threads, including yellow and fuchsia — all the colors of the rainbow.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
On Friday, Kelly’s campaign released its first commercial of the campaign, which highlights her effort to impeach Noem and hold ICE accountable.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Austin Energy’s recently released 2035 plan also highlights the risk, noting that adding local, dispatchable generation would help protect customers from energy shortfalls and volatile market prices once Fayette is no longer part of the utility’s portfolio.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
The partnership highlights the cultural values in football, such as teamwork, perseverance, discipline and sportsmanship.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Mayor Brian Spoales says this situation highlights the reality many small communities face during major snow events.
—Meghan Schiller, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The Santa Monica crash highlights the issue of occluded pedestrians.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Jan. 2026
The statement of decision highlights two incidents.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Verb
The show highlights curiosity and problem-solving, while quietly breaking down stereotypes about Black people, and expands what kids imagine is possible for themselves.
—Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
This detail highlights the complexity of color, mirroring how tweeds that appear predominantly green or brown are, in fact, woven from a rich spectrum of threads, including yellow and fuchsia — all the colors of the rainbow.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
On Friday, Kelly’s campaign released its first commercial of the campaign, which highlights her effort to impeach Noem and hold ICE accountable.
—Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Austin Energy’s recently released 2035 plan also highlights the risk, noting that adding local, dispatchable generation would help protect customers from energy shortfalls and volatile market prices once Fayette is no longer part of the utility’s portfolio.
—Chaya Tong, Austin American Statesman, 30 Jan. 2026
The partnership highlights the cultural values in football, such as teamwork, perseverance, discipline and sportsmanship.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 30 Jan. 2026
Mayor Brian Spoales says this situation highlights the reality many small communities face during major snow events.
—Meghan Schiller, CBS News, 29 Jan. 2026
The Santa Monica crash highlights the issue of occluded pedestrians.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Jan. 2026
The statement of decision highlights two incidents.
—Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlights
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The renewal was announced during a panel on Wednesday at the Göteborg Film Festival‘s TV Drama Vision and emphasizes the success of the collaboration, which has already spawned 24 original series in several stages of development, production and release.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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According to Fauna, Sprout’s design also emphasizes human-robot interaction.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Two years later came a series of fortunate breaks.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Yum Brands restaurant chain is not expected to appear in ad breaks during pre-game programming on NBC, according to two people familiar with the matter.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
30 Jan. 2026
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Downstairs, the lobby’s Thirsty Camel bar—with its daily live music and backdrop of glass overlooking the resort and surrounding scenery, plus a patio dotted with fire features—becomes a prime people-watching spot just about every night of the week.—
Lizbeth Scordo,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Jan. 2026
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Their outdoor exhibit includes land and water features, as well as hutches for shelter, nesting and breeding, according to the aquarium’s website.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
Verb
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What to Know Before Going Bold With Color A bold color moment can be transformative, but Prado stresses preparation.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Jan. 2026
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Alvarez stresses that his bill isn’t creating more general bachelor’s degree programs popular at the universities, such as psychology.—
Cal Matters,
Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Bank of China’s Pivotal Role and Future Innovations Zhu Jing of Bank of China (Hong Kong) detailed the milestones leading to the MOU.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Daniel, for his part, keeps his feet on the ground amid aspirations for bigger milestones.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Similar to a loyalty program, these are extras that come with booking stays, flight, rental cars, ground transportation and attractions.—
Ramsey Qubein,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The attractions for skiers are obvious, but Pascal Deyrolle, the VSOE’s general manager, thinks the trip has plenty of appeal for everyone.—
Shamilee Vellu,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Jan. 2026
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At any point, they can be requested to name the landmarks to their left or right.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Jan. 2026
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Some food-safety inspections were temporarily suspended, trash piled up in national parks, federal landmarks and museums closed, and some airports shuttered checkpoints due to fewer Transportation Security Administration officers to screen passengers.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
29 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The other women look at him from the corners of their eyes, and move carefully to the other side of the well.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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On draft night, Dëmin’s selection was questioned in some corners, framed as a reach or a gamble.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Highlights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlights. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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