as in emphasis
a special notice or importance given to something
although we dutifully carried binoculars on our bird walk, the accent was on recognizing avifauna by their song
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as in to emphasize
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 accent
Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Yeo suggests pairing this sage green with creamy off-whites and brushed brass accents for a space that exudes warmth, or layering it with white marble countertops or flooring for striking contrast that adds a touch of luxury.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Rachel McRady, People.com, 2 June 2025
Photo : David Marlow The curvaceous infinity pool is accented with gleaming turquoise-colored tiles.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 May 2025
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Noun
On the inside, there are two color combinations, either a white or dark grey, both with blue accents.
—Sam Abuelsamid, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
Yeo suggests pairing this sage green with creamy off-whites and brushed brass accents for a space that exudes warmth, or layering it with white marble countertops or flooring for striking contrast that adds a touch of luxury.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Verb
The stunning gown was accented by a glowing glam look done by Makeup by Mindie and Dee's Spray Tan.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 2 June 2025
Photo : David Marlow The curvaceous infinity pool is accented with gleaming turquoise-colored tiles.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accent
Noun
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For example, while Western markets typically focus heavily on Valentine's Day in February, markets like China place greater emphasis on Lunar New Year during the same period.—
Dr. Bin Tang,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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In recent years, the museum has placed a growing emphasis on telling a more complete story about the nation’s founding.—
Ben Finley,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
Verb
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But Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized Tehran had no interest in negotiating with the U.S. while Israel continued attacking.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 June 2025
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Similarly, Lesly Leon, bound for an administrative fellowship at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California, emphasized the duality of personal and community growth in a meaningful career.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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And the Panthers did it in front of a celebrity audience with Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce highlighting the crowd.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2025
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Instead, the scene during the end credits highlights overhead shots of some of the real-life vistas that director Dean DeBlois shot the film at.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Of course, that’s stressed in a different way because of the wildfires.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
18 June 2025
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Braniff and others are quick to stress the programs overseen by CP3 aren’t a panacea.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
18 June 2025
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Photo : Krafty Photos One of the bedrooms features a wooden staircase that leads up to a loft area.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
16 June 2025
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All products featured on Pitchfork are independently selected by our editors.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2025
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“Accent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accent. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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