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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
That bumper accentuates the Maserati’s alluring, shark-like snout.
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Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2025
Loyd — a three-time All-WNBA guard and two-time WNBA champ with the Storm — accentuates the ethos of the Aces perfectly.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The first thing that catches the eye here is uniform metal mesh, which sits close to the body and accentuates the collarbones via the dress’ cowl neck style.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
The ultra-wide, crossover waistband accentuates the waist while the stretchy, supportive fabric provides a smoothing effect on the midsection.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Dill accentuates the flavor of the pickles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
Inside, the brand’s iconic satin Aetherna finish creates a play of light and shadow, On the outside, a polished gold edge accentuates the three-dimensionality of the shapes, which embrace a luminous diamond.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Restrained plating accentuates the kaleidoscopic color and surprising flavor of each dish.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
The jeans’ style accentuates my waist without sacrificing comfort.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025
Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2025
Loyd — a three-time All-WNBA guard and two-time WNBA champ with the Storm — accentuates the ethos of the Aces perfectly.
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
The first thing that catches the eye here is uniform metal mesh, which sits close to the body and accentuates the collarbones via the dress’ cowl neck style.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
The ultra-wide, crossover waistband accentuates the waist while the stretchy, supportive fabric provides a smoothing effect on the midsection.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2025
Dill accentuates the flavor of the pickles.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2025
Inside, the brand’s iconic satin Aetherna finish creates a play of light and shadow, On the outside, a polished gold edge accentuates the three-dimensionality of the shapes, which embrace a luminous diamond.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Restrained plating accentuates the kaleidoscopic color and surprising flavor of each dish.
—The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 Sep. 2025
The jeans’ style accentuates my waist without sacrificing comfort.
—Jacquelyn Smith, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuates
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This new approach emphasizes automation and teamwork among machines, focusing on precision instead of relying on large numbers of troops.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The whole team emphasizes the importance of finding partnerships that are authentic, pointing out that fans and viewers would quickly smell if an artist and content, or an artist and a brand, were forced together for pure financial considerations.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
4 Nov. 2025
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Saab states that this enhances multi-domain situational awareness, enabling naval commanders to make faster, more informed decisions.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Nov. 2025
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The buoyant spirit is also aided by Karla Grotting’s effervescent choreography, the Seuss-faithful designs of Tom Butsch and David Kay Mickelsen, and a nine-piece pit orchestra that enhances the moods with some effective musical underpinning beneath the dialogue.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
8 Nov. 2025
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Whether the start of a full new chapter for the rapper or a one-off detour, Stardust reinforces the idea that, even newly sober, Brown remains one of the most exciting and least predictable artists in hip-hop.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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Teaching reinforces your own learning.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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This week's quiz highlights movie mayhem, decadent desserts and much more.—
Kelly McGreal , Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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The suit also highlights the troubled safety record of Boeing’s MD-11 aircraft, calling it one of the most accident-prone commercial planes still in service.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
8 Nov. 2025
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Unfortunately for the squeamish 12-year-old me, the lifelike fluidity intensifies the story’s body-horror elements.—
The Atlantic Culture Desk,
The Atlantic,
29 Oct. 2025
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The danger intensifies when storm surge coincides with high tide, rapidly elevating water levels and increasing the risk of widespread flooding.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Hill stresses everything needed to be practical and raw.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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McDaniel’s teams are minus-18 in turnover margin in three-and-a-half seasons, and McDaniel stresses that turnovers are the best indicators of who wins football games.—
Omar Kelly
November 7,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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That imprimatur greatly heightens their appeal.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
1 Nov. 2025
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The smaller field heightens the importance of precision, especially for a team missing its most creative players.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Oct. 2025
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The memoir also features a foreword by actress and author Mariel Hemingway, and has received early praise from Marianne Williamson and Mel Robbins.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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For the white colorway, a contrasting gum sole with a soft suede toe highlights the sneaker, while the black version features a brown distressed tooling.—
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Accentuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuates. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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