accenting

verb

present participle of accent
as in emphasizing
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on the town's promotional literature accents its vital role in American history

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Recent Examples of accenting Kate is also unafraid to mix traditionally masculine and feminine elements in the same outfit, pairing sparkling drop earrings with rugged boots or accenting a tweed blazer with sparkling gold hardware. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 10 Aug. 2026 Every rug in the ALDI lineup is 4’ by 6’, ideal for accenting the side of your bed, sliding under your office desk, or layering in your living room. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2026 The drummer doing a certain cymbal hit and accenting some of the dance moves and stuff like that is not planned. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 20 July 2026 Similar to jig rattles, accenting Texas rigs with a bead between the hook and weight produces fish-calling clicking sounds. — David A. Brown, Outdoor Life, 1 July 2026 Original frescoes were restored, marble was polished, and the color scheme was lightened up with a silver-and-blue palette accenting the white and cream walls. — Laura Itzkowitz, Robb Report, 4 June 2026 Beyond, island peaks poked out of the haze, accenting the blue sky above. — Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026 Whether perched on a balcony, gracing a patio, or accenting an entrance, containers can help transform even the smallest areas with pops of color. — Midwest Living, 22 Apr. 2026 Ruched tulle is featured well, accenting the lustrous material with a textured look. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accenting
  1. emphasizing
  2. highlighting
  3. stressing
  4. featuring
Verb
  • The search for a father and his 14-year-old daughter following last month’s discovery of a dead infant in Monterey County has turned into a rescue operation, with authorities emphasizing that the teen is a victim.
    — Jasmine Mendez Follow, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • The film aims to reclaim its throne in the genre — emphasizing reboots and remakes — but doesn’t quite make the cut.
    — Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of emphasizing
Verb
  • This is when the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale kicks off and lasts for a few weeks, highlighting thousands of prestige brands and SKUs that are normally never discounted—on Nordstrom or elsewhere!
    — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Single Americans who say income matters in a relationship expect a potential lifelong partner to earn an average of $139,000 a year, according to a new survey highlighting the growing role finances play in modern dating.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of highlighting
Verb
  • Autistica offered a statement from its senior research manager, Michelle Newman, stressing the importance of accessible transport.
    — Jack Guy, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Now, state officials are scrambling to get the word out, stressing how deadly the virus can be without immediate treatment.
    — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of stressing
Verb
  • But Stewart does know a season of TV featuring Radziwill in the middle of a cultural Love Story craze would be prime for Stewart’s tragic John-John reminiscence.
    — Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 9 Sep. 2026
  • Rhodes put out a heartbreaking post on social media, featuring photos of him, his wife Brandi and their children with their dog through the years.
    — Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of featuring

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“Accenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accenting. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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