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as in emphasizes
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 enhances
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in reinforces
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 accentuates
The problem is that there might be historically few at-large berths available to mid-major conferences as the preposterous sums of money coursing through the sport accentuates the divide between the haves and have-nots.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Matthew Patrick Davis accentuates with a wink the callowness of Joseph II, an emperor who perhaps sees in Mozart a reflection of his own stunted nature.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Valentine’s Day often only accentuates these feelings.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The case, integrated bracelet, hands, and hour markers are all crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, which further accentuates the gorgeous green hue.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Beginning both of those sentences with qualifiers only accentuates how awkward the scene will be next week as Houston’s entire team gathers.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The New Balance Abzorb 2000 was just released in a new Metallic Silver/Faded Black colorway which accentuates its futuristic design.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
The result is a paint job that interacts with light in a way standard flat or metallic paints cannot, creating a three-dimensional effect that accentuates the car’s volume.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Try Galletto Ristorante’s upscale farm-to-fork Italian under a vine-arbor patio that somehow accentuates the flavors of the handmade pastas and seasonal ingredients.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Mar. 2026
Matthew Patrick Davis accentuates with a wink the callowness of Joseph II, an emperor who perhaps sees in Mozart a reflection of his own stunted nature.
—Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Valentine’s Day often only accentuates these feelings.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 10 Feb. 2026
The case, integrated bracelet, hands, and hour markers are all crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, which further accentuates the gorgeous green hue.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026
Beginning both of those sentences with qualifiers only accentuates how awkward the scene will be next week as Houston’s entire team gathers.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
The New Balance Abzorb 2000 was just released in a new Metallic Silver/Faded Black colorway which accentuates its futuristic design.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 3 Feb. 2026
The result is a paint job that interacts with light in a way standard flat or metallic paints cannot, creating a three-dimensional effect that accentuates the car’s volume.
—Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Try Galletto Ristorante’s upscale farm-to-fork Italian under a vine-arbor patio that somehow accentuates the flavors of the handmade pastas and seasonal ingredients.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuates
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OneDigital OneDigital’s culture emphasizes employee development and leadership support, creating a workplace where individuals can grow professionally while contributing to broader organizational goals.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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Lagos emphasizes before the season to coaches that players can’t play in club competitions or in showcases during their high school soccer season.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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One pedal driving enhances efficiency through regenerative braking.—
Scotty Reiss,
Parents,
24 Feb. 2026
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These form a periodic stack that enhances optoelectronic properties.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The film reinforces a basic truth, that the word isn’t just a word.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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But a closer look at the structure of the deal reinforces that Nvidia is still the best game in town.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2026
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Tim Roberts, president of the NSW Council for Civil Liberties, said the case highlights the problems with creating retrospective laws – in this case, one to protect children who are being grilled by police.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
28 Feb. 2026
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Here, Lauren Houser, vice president of marketing at cleaning solutions company Zep in Atlanta, Georgia, highlights six common hacks that really aren't all they're cracked up to be.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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The bills have landed as debate over the future of data center regulation intensifies across the state.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
1 Mar. 2026
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The defeat intensifies pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who already faced a leadership crisis and struggles with cost-of-living challenges.—
Jill Lawless,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Feb. 2026
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For Colorado families and home buyers, the study stresses the importance of evaluating not just the price tag but also the full spectrum of factors—education, safety, and quality of life.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
27 Feb. 2026
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His public biography stresses community involvement, limited‑government principles and neighborhood‑level engagement.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
27 Feb. 2026
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As much is clear in the vivid animation, layered jokes, and peculiar fixations — an endearing combination that heightens what could’ve been a forgettable series.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
20 Feb. 2026
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The ad was shot on vintage tube cameras from the '80s, giving it a tactile, analog feel that heightens the retro disco energy.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Food and drink Loews features several in-house dining options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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This tour features the accustomed three blue-skinned performers (drawn from the dozens of actors/musicians who’ve been trained to do the various shows) plus another character, The Rock Star, a female multi-instrumentalists who pumps the soundtrack for the Blue Men’s alien antics.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Accentuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuates. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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