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as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
let's accentuate the saxophones during this piece by having the sax players stand up
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as in to enhance
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in to reinforce
to make more apparent
unfortunately, the new bedspread just accentuates the dinginess of the curtains behind the bed
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Recent Examples of accentuate
These jeans are a flattering favorite in my closet; their stretchy denim blend stays comfy all day long, while accentuating my curves and smoothing over my tummy.
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Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
The dark side is there, too, the fact that the portrait casts a shadow over one side of his face, at once accentuating the strength and refinement of his profile while suggesting the unknowable.
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Tamasin Day-Lewis,
Vogue,
21 June 2026
Her eyes take center stage, accentuated by extra-dark eyelashes.
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Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
The proposal already triggered a fierce debate, accentuating the divide between the rich and poor in a state that’s expensive to live in.
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Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
The dark side is there, too, the fact that the portrait casts a shadow over one side of his face, at once accentuating the strength and refinement of his profile while suggesting the unknowable.
—
Tamasin Day-Lewis,
Vogue,
21 June 2026
Her eyes take center stage, accentuated by extra-dark eyelashes.
—
Laura Scafati,
Vanity Fair,
20 June 2026
The proposal already triggered a fierce debate, accentuating the divide between the rich and poor in a state that’s expensive to live in.
—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuate
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While the community effort is significant, volunteers emphasized that more specialized support is required to address the scale of the crisis.
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Reynolds instead emphasizes that Puritans (and Quakers) framed the earliest antislavery arguments in the English-speaking world.
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This may sound like a minor detail, but cabin location can enhance the overall journey.
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In addition to its instant, complexion-enhancing tint, the formula contains skin care ingredients lauded for their smoothing, quenching properties.
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Looking back, McCloskey said the yearslong legal battle reinforced the value of perseverance.
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If anything, Messi’s early absence reinforced why Argentina will enter the knockout stage as one of the favorites to win the tournament.
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The 5-star analyst highlighted that Pinterest has delivered double-digit global user growth for ten consecutive quarters, with his May data analysis indicating particular momentum in the second quarter of 2026.
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This week's quiz highlights cruise controversies, wedding whispers — and much more.
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If employees are expected to produce the same output in less time without better systems in place, the pressure simply intensifies.
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Europe's automotive industry faces a severe crisis, intensified by the EU's 2035 electric vehicle mandate and fierce Chinese competition.
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As in previous days, officials stressed that time is running out for survivors trapped beneath the rubble.
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Officials stress that there is no public safety threat, but a heavy police presence remains in the area.
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Trump responded by saying their decision only heightens the importance of Congress passing the SAVE America Act, his effort to rewrite voter eligibility laws.
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The environmental organizations raised concerns about the nearby data center’s potential effects, including noise and light pollution that could alter animals’ breeding patterns and potentially heighten their stress responses.
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Connection deepens as the nurturing Moon in your 7th House of Partnership forms a supportive sextile to intense Pluto in your 9th House of Higher Learning.
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What deepened the economic ruin was a collapse in consumer spending, driven by sudden, widespread uncertainty about future income.
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