as in emphases
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 highlights
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 accents
Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
The room is layered with Persian rugs, brass accents, plush seating, and just enough light.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Ahead, discover our perfect Mother’s Day gifts for every type of mom, including design-forward decor, luxurious linens, delicious fragrances, accents for the outdoors, and even a few last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas (After all, a gift box goes a long way).
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Find materials for paths and decorative accents that complement the colors of your home and repeat them as much as possible through the landscape.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
Mix Textures, Patterns, And Design Styles This means layering them on everything, whether walls, floors, furniture, or accents.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Portoro marble accents the wet bar a few steps away, while more food and drinks can be enjoyed in the 12-seater dining room that is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2026
The facade, designed by renown Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump and inspired by Blair, mixes glistening white metals and fiberglass with gold leaf accents that nod to the Eiffel Tower, Tower of Pisa, a Dutch windmill and more.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
To make your pink French manicure really shine, take a cue from the night sky and add some silver star accents.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Troy Renck, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
Intellectual Mercury highlights your 5th House of Frivolities, while joyous Jupiter accents your 11th House of Hopes.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
Now, greenery accents a dining room for 100 diners that’s awash in neutral tones of tan, rust and wood.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 21 Nov. 2025
The open-concept kitchen flows into a family room with faux vegetation that accents the ceiling.
—Ray Parisi, CNBC, 17 Nov. 2025
For instance, on the main floor, a Niki de Saint Phalle sculpture accents a jewelry and small leather goods display case while a mother-of-pearl and rose quartz mural of a rose graces a spa salon.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Noun
In the 300 guest rooms and 86 suites, there are undertones of cream and beige, dotted with blue and orange accents.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
The room is layered with Persian rugs, brass accents, plush seating, and just enough light.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Apr. 2026
Ahead, discover our perfect Mother’s Day gifts for every type of mom, including design-forward decor, luxurious linens, delicious fragrances, accents for the outdoors, and even a few last-minute Mother’s Day gift ideas (After all, a gift box goes a long way).
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Find materials for paths and decorative accents that complement the colors of your home and repeat them as much as possible through the landscape.
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Apr. 2026
Mix Textures, Patterns, And Design Styles This means layering them on everything, whether walls, floors, furniture, or accents.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2026
Portoro marble accents the wet bar a few steps away, while more food and drinks can be enjoyed in the 12-seater dining room that is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 8 Apr. 2026
The facade, designed by renown Disney Imagineer Rolly Crump and inspired by Blair, mixes glistening white metals and fiberglass with gold leaf accents that nod to the Eiffel Tower, Tower of Pisa, a Dutch windmill and more.
—Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 7 Apr. 2026
To make your pink French manicure really shine, take a cue from the night sky and add some silver star accents.
—Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
Jokic plays below the rim, accents the margins, makes the right play, everything that runs contrary to the selfishness rewarded in this exhibition.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 16 Feb. 2026
Intellectual Mercury highlights your 5th House of Frivolities, while joyous Jupiter accents your 11th House of Hopes.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Jan. 2026
Now, greenery accents a dining room for 100 diners that’s awash in neutral tones of tan, rust and wood.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 21 Nov. 2025
The open-concept kitchen flows into a family room with faux vegetation that accents the ceiling.
—Ray Parisi, CNBC, 17 Nov. 2025
For instance, on the main floor, a Niki de Saint Phalle sculpture accents a jewelry and small leather goods display case while a mother-of-pearl and rose quartz mural of a rose graces a spa salon.
—Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accents
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The installation ceremony is rooted in centuries of tradition, even as each new archbishop brings distinct emphases and priorities.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
25 Mar. 2026
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With his dweeby air, pretensions and position at the helm of an active production, Arthur is the Liz Lemon of this setup, but with the emphases reversed.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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But while the report highlights billions in technology spending over several years, the district’s annual budget is far larger, meaning those costs account for a relatively small share of overall spending.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The study highlights a shift in bioengineering approaches, moving from single-organism engineering toward cooperative microbial systems that behave like living electrical circuits.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Clean Acne features blue LED lights to kill acne-causing bacteria while the Clean Redvolution combines the cleansing power of PMD Clean with the rejuvenating treatment of red light therapy.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The film is structured as a triptych, and its second section features vignettes and images that give context to the humiliation that Emi experiences in the third.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Northrop Grumman emphasizes that the aircraft’s integration with aerial refueling significantly extends its range, enabling longer missions and more efficient test sorties.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Its elegant glam design emphasizes vibrant hues and sensual curvy lines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bissell stresses that consumers should not dispose of the machine, water tank cap, and measuring cup of cleaners, as those parts are not affected.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
10 Apr. 2026
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There’s a $10 cover charge for the evening, and Stagecoach stresses that Langley will not be in attendance.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Apr. 2026
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