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as in emphasizing
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 intensifying
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in reinforcing
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 accentuating
By accentuating its own high altitude, the second-year soccer club plans to broaden its goal-scoring menu.
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Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
As for her hair, bright blond streaks blended with her brown base, accentuating her brows.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
All thoughtfully designed with custom touches— from minibars designed as leather campaign chests to leather writing tables accentuating the space.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The Ineos Grenadier is a likable competitor to trucks like the G-Wagen but also a strange one that forges its own path, with many a special edition accentuating its premise.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
Tika Sumpter's extremely precise blunt bob hits right at the jawline, accentuating her naturally high cheekbones.
—Elise Tabin, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Not only does this get rid of the trendy, retail look and feel, but honestly, vintage pieces are sometimes made with higher quality and do a better job of accentuating your space.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
Twenty-two-year-old Angelina Jolie was setting the trends in 1998, accentuating her elegant dress with a short cut and dark makeup.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
This all-inclusive resort features gorgeous views of the Mississippi River, plush bedding accentuating antique furniture, and gourmet meals prepared by Chef Caterina.
—Kristy Christiansen, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
As for her hair, bright blond streaks blended with her brown base, accentuating her brows.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
All thoughtfully designed with custom touches— from minibars designed as leather campaign chests to leather writing tables accentuating the space.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
The Ineos Grenadier is a likable competitor to trucks like the G-Wagen but also a strange one that forges its own path, with many a special edition accentuating its premise.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 29 Jan. 2026
Tika Sumpter's extremely precise blunt bob hits right at the jawline, accentuating her naturally high cheekbones.
—Elise Tabin, InStyle, 14 Jan. 2026
Not only does this get rid of the trendy, retail look and feel, but honestly, vintage pieces are sometimes made with higher quality and do a better job of accentuating your space.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 13 Jan. 2026
Twenty-two-year-old Angelina Jolie was setting the trends in 1998, accentuating her elegant dress with a short cut and dark makeup.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 11 Jan. 2026
This all-inclusive resort features gorgeous views of the Mississippi River, plush bedding accentuating antique furniture, and gourmet meals prepared by Chef Caterina.
—Kristy Christiansen, Southern Living, 25 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuating
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Every piece in the collection celebrates the symbolism of constellations, while emphasizing nature and astronomy.—
Micaela English,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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Hammer leavens the central drama with a subplot involving Amanda’s daughter Sara and her burgeoning love affair with a local boy, emphasizing Amanda’s dilemma, having to play mother to her mother and let her little girl go.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2026
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With early voting underway, candidates are intensifying their efforts in Austin and across the state ahead of primary election day.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
18 Feb. 2026
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Crisis intensifies Fuel shortages and blackouts have been intensifying in Cuba this month as the nation struggles to import oil for its power plants and refineries.—
Andrea Rodriguez,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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French President Emmanuel Macron, representing one of only two states in Europe (the other being Britain) with nuclear weapons capability, is pushing for intra-European debates on reinforcing nuclear deterrence — with or without the United States.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Conventional reinforcing steel is embedded in it to increase its load-bearing capacity.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Feb. 2026
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With so many restaurants to choose from, The Denver Post is highlighting 10 offering an extra something special for their price.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
18 Feb. 2026
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Burlingame is getting a new Mexican restaurant highlighting special regional dishes from around the country, from northern Mexico to Jalisco and Nayarit to Yucatan.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Prince William has deliberately distanced himself from Prince Harry, deepening a rift that remains unresolved six years later.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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Political divides within countries are deepening, even among long-standing allies.—
Alan H.H. Fleischmann,
Time,
13 Feb. 2026
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But stressing about the impact of aging on your health can actually work against your goal of having a longer healthspan, according to new research.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
16 Feb. 2026
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One of the things the Rockies are stressing with all of their pitchers is getting ahead in counts, something the Rockies failed to do much of the time during their 119-loss 2025 season.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2026
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As a bonus, the exercise itself will in turn generate good feelings by increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin, two mood-enhancing neurotransmitters, that will reinforce the behavior.—
Leying Tang,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The award honors a Magic player who has dedicated his efforts off the court for the purpose of enhancing other’s lives.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Feb. 2026
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The event will focus on wisdom and wellness, featuring engaging speakers, meaningful conversations, and breathtaking coastal views paired with exceptional cuisine, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The Idaho Potato Commission teamed up with No Kid Hungry to present a one-of-a-kind fashion show featuring original designs by Cartier Dior Eliasen.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Accentuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuating. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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