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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
Caillier’s Marella sofa takes the traditional boxy silhouette and accentuates the juxtaposition between the straight lines and ruffled edge.
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Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Adding Imai only accentuates how competitive spring training will be for the final rotation spots behind him and Hunter Brown.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
The star-and-teardrop print is embroidered, giving it a three-dimensional effect which accentuates the unique pattern.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
Their fit-and-flare silhouette accentuates all the right places.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The operation accentuates mounting geopolitical tensions in the Caribbean basin.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Riding on 15-inch wheels sporting Firestone redline tires, the vehicle accentuates its definitive body styling with a Le Mans Blue paint scheme complemented by a convertible black fabric roof.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 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
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 Jan. 2026
Adding Imai only accentuates how competitive spring training will be for the final rotation spots behind him and Hunter Brown.
—Chandler Rome, New York Times, 2 Jan. 2026
The star-and-teardrop print is embroidered, giving it a three-dimensional effect which accentuates the unique pattern.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025
Their fit-and-flare silhouette accentuates all the right places.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The operation accentuates mounting geopolitical tensions in the Caribbean basin.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2025
Riding on 15-inch wheels sporting Firestone redline tires, the vehicle accentuates its definitive body styling with a Le Mans Blue paint scheme complemented by a convertible black fabric roof.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 29 Nov. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuates
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Perfect for evening events, this style emphasizes sharp lines and shine while keeping hair off the face for a bold, fashion-forward finish.—
Jennifer Hussein,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
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Include Pieces With Personal Meaning Laetitia Laurent, founder and principal designer at Laure Nell Interiors, emphasizes that authenticity comes from items with a story.—
Farima Ferguson,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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Her go-to is the Madison Reed Radiant Hair Color Kit, a $35 at-home hair color box that conceals 100 percent of stubborn grays and enhances shine.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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The denim industry has found an appreciation for linen and how the fiber enhances and refines what is traditionally considered to be a tough and rugged fabric.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
7 Jan. 2026
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The word edgy is often mistakenly applied to comedians whose work just reinforces conventional opinions and prejudices with extra swear words.—
John Roy,
Vulture,
13 Jan. 2026
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This concentration of attractions reinforces Charlotte’s position as the heart of American stock car racing.—
Bill Bootz,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Jan. 2026
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Juan Carlos de Oña, president of Centennial Bank in Southeast Florida, highlights Hialeah as a stable rental market with low vacancy.—
Sarah Moreno,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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In a YouTube video, the company also highlights a workflow spanning data collection, model post-training, and deployment, supported by professional post-training services.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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The Arctic competition intensifies as Russia boosts military presence and China declares itself a ‘near-Arctic state,’ making Greenland crucial for North American defense.—
Danica Kirka,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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Two days later, Mars conjunct Pluto in your fourth house intensifies emotional undercurrents tied to family, home, or old survival patterns.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
5 Jan. 2026
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Son of the Century stresses this obsession with action and activity.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Jan. 2026
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Topping also stresses the tree to the max, making if more vulnerable to other issues like drought or insect pests.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Mangold has a showy falsetto that heightens Noah’s vulnerable longing, but the duets with Cheers’ Allie aren’t lyrically sophisticated enough to provide the relationship with much depth.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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Companies have been bolstering identity security defenses as AI heightens the sophistication of cyberattacks.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
8 Jan. 2026
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This apartment features two bedrooms and two baths.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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The flat head features two intake points, an opening at the mouth of the attachment as well as holes along its bottom, that allow the tool more range to suck up dirt, dust, crumbs, and more.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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“Accentuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuates. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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