as in emphasis
a special notice or importance given to something
the school's accentuation on math skills has resulted in its students being among the highest math scorers in the state
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Recent Examples of accentuation
Held together by a wide black barrette, Gomez’s hair had a shiny quality to it with the ends flipped up for a fun, playful accentuation of the look.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 Dec. 2025
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 Dec. 2025
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emphasis
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In another audit, the city will review the Public Works Department, which oversees water and sewer operations and billing, with an emphasis on water management, infrastructure and service.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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Subaru’s safety emphasis is promoted for human and animal occupants.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Accentuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuation. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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