accentuations

plural of accentuation
as in emphases
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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Noun
  • The poem dismisses prevailing emphases on externals, stressing instead the formative powers of one’s inner being.
    Daniella Walsh, Oc Register, 18 Sep. 2025
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  • Swift wore the temporary tattoo freckles to a Kansas City Chiefs game in October 2024 and subsequently sent the internet into a frenzy over the glittering face accents.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2025
  • The moody trend is all about deep colors and bookish accents.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
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“Accentuations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuations. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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