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
Her gown had a strapless design, with a plunging neckline, and dozens of whimsical feathers accenting its column skirt.
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Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Ruched tulle is featured well, accenting the lustrous material with a textured look.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
The building has a LEED Platinum certification thanks to features like solar panels; sustainably sourced plywood accenting the interior; and a green roof for natural insulation, rainwater harvesting, and growing herbs and veggies used by the on-site restaurant.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Fiddle-leaf figs, with their bold, rounded leaves, pair beautifully with round motifs, while palms, with their slender, whispery fronds, are perfect for accenting more delicate or intricate prints.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 20 Feb. 2026
Fortunately, even among these aesthetic shifts, Taos Taupe by Benjamin Moore still serves as a beautiful neutral and pairs well with leathers and a rich, accenting color palette.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
For decades, the crown dazzled millions of visitors with its 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, accenting eight palmettes alternating with stately gold eagles.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
From accenting an entryway to becoming a bathroom staple, these reflective pieces come in all shapes and sizes at secondhand stores.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
Ruched tulle is featured well, accenting the lustrous material with a textured look.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 23 Feb. 2026
The building has a LEED Platinum certification thanks to features like solar panels; sustainably sourced plywood accenting the interior; and a green roof for natural insulation, rainwater harvesting, and growing herbs and veggies used by the on-site restaurant.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Feb. 2026
Fiddle-leaf figs, with their bold, rounded leaves, pair beautifully with round motifs, while palms, with their slender, whispery fronds, are perfect for accenting more delicate or intricate prints.
—Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 20 Feb. 2026
Fortunately, even among these aesthetic shifts, Taos Taupe by Benjamin Moore still serves as a beautiful neutral and pairs well with leathers and a rich, accenting color palette.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 17 Feb. 2026
For decades, the crown dazzled millions of visitors with its 1,354 diamonds and 56 emeralds, accenting eight palmettes alternating with stately gold eagles.
—Laura Sharman, CNN Money, 6 Feb. 2026
From accenting an entryway to becoming a bathroom staple, these reflective pieces come in all shapes and sizes at secondhand stores.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accenting
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His longtime representative has again pushed back in response to the series, defending him as a beloved television figure and rejecting the allegations while emphasizing his reputation and legacy.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Mar. 2026
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Others argue that wavelengths should not be considered in isolation, emphasizing the importance of a broad spectrum of light — the way nature delivers it.—
Lynne Peeples,
Scientific American,
26 Mar. 2026
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Nearly two years later, the victims shared their stories in court, highlighting the long-lasting trauma and wide-ranging impacts of deepfake abuse.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
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Each room is like a catalog highlighting different designers or artists that Lemonides is connected to, including Christian Johnson, Nunzio de Martino, and Dan Pelonis.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
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Despite the team’s struggles, the underlying metrics and flashes on tape showed a quarterback capable of stressing defenses in multiple ways.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Coach Erik Spoelstra in recent days has insisted that the Heat only can be the best version of themselves with Powell and Herro thriving as starters, stressing a commitment to such an approach, one now again derailed at least for another night.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2026
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Wayfair Wayfair is running several pet product deals and sales this week, featuring discounts on furniture-style crates, cat trees and beds.—
Jessica Moore,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Orchestra San Antonio started presenting its own orchestral concerts one year ago with a performance featuring trumpeter Pacho Flores.—
Deborah Martin,
San Antonio Express-News,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Accenting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accenting. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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