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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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Eco effort The Ranch emphasizes regenerative organic gardening and farm‑to‑table cuisine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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The Air Force also emphasizes interoperability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Mar. 2026
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This exploration not only enhances her artistic practice but also reflects her opinionated and driven nature.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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Adding to the enjoyment of outdoor activities is the large lot, which enhances the sense of privacy when outside.—
James Alexander,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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The result also reinforces that Mars is now a planet that is almost frozen in time, with lands that are far more undisturbed than any on Earth.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
18 Mar. 2026
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Their continued presence in Shanghai reinforces the city’s role as a platform for Chinese design talent even as these brands expand internationally.—
Yiling Pan,
Vogue,
16 Mar. 2026
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His work often highlights underrepresented narratives within luxury and experiential travel, with an emphasis on authenticity, heritage, and access.—
Rafael Peña,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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Miller-Smith added that Jack’s story also highlights the extra support kids like Jack and their families need.—
Yi-Jin Yu,
ABC News,
20 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, capital concentration intensifies the danger.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
15 Mar. 2026
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And, as geopolitical competition intensifies around critical minerals, countries like Zimbabwe may gain leverage by positioning themselves as alternative suppliers in an industry still dominated by China.—
Ray Mwayera,
semafor.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Campbell stresses the importance of explaining to this age group to not take other people's medications.—
Gina Lee Castro,
jsonline.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Still, Wachter stresses, AI is not a replacement for a doctor.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
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This approach echoes the idea of compression and release in architecture, where a smaller or more intimate space heightens the experience of moving into a larger room.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
15 Mar. 2026
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Set in London and Spain, the story unfolds across six episodes — Wright directed the first three — and cleverly heightens the tensions sometimes experienced in in-law relationships.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Mar. 2026
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The missile system features an inertial navigation system (INS) and mid-course Global Positioning System (GPS) guidance.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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The evening features a silent auction, student achievement booths, live performances and dinner.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Accentuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuates. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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