1
as in focus
a special notice or importance given to something
a prep school with a long-established emphasis on sports
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Relevance
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2
as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the emphasis with which my parents issued the warning about smoking left no doubt that they were serious
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Recent Examples of emphasis
For Nail Reformation, the activation comes across less as a conventional beauty moment and more as a fashion statement, with an emphasis on relevance that lasts beyond the weekend.
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Advertorial, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Through its trademark, Federal Retirement Made Simple™, this observation has informed FEBA’s ongoing focus on education, with an emphasis on making complex systems more understandable without overwhelming the individual.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
That community emphasis, combined with a central location, keeps Arlington Heights a steady draw for new buyers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
On offense, the emphasis was on surrounding emerging young quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele with more talent.
—Manny Navarro, New York Times, 7 May 2026
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Advertorial, Footwear News, 8 May 2026
Through its trademark, Federal Retirement Made Simple™, this observation has informed FEBA’s ongoing focus on education, with an emphasis on making complex systems more understandable without overwhelming the individual.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
That community emphasis, combined with a central location, keeps Arlington Heights a steady draw for new buyers.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
On offense, the emphasis was on surrounding emerging young quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele with more talent.
—Manny Navarro, New York Times, 7 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasis
Noun
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Later in the day, the menu shifts to a more international focus.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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In 2027, the focus shifts south to Andalucía.—
Jamie Carter,
Space.com,
10 May 2026
Noun
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Unfortunately, the researchers were unable to measure the intensity directly, but theoretical estimates suggest the team may have boosted the laser intensity to 10^23 W per cm2.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
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Though South Florida usually sees wildfire activity in May, the speed and intensity of fires have been exacerbated by the dry conditions.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Experts say carrying unresolved trauma and stress over time can affect both mental and physical health.—
Nicky Zizaza,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Under oxidative stress, harmful molecules called reactive oxygen species (ROS) directly damage cellular DNA, causing cells to age prematurely.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
11 May 2026
Noun
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When Azik tries to rid himself of the stigma, calling someone else weak as if to offload the physical weight of the insult, a startling act of violence occurs.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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There are books on everything from how to leverage dopamine for dressing well to dressmaking, from how to deploy dopamine fixes for weight loss to rewiring our brain’s dopamine to achieve athletic success.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Bears display aggressiveness towards visitors Aggressive bears have been a concern in the park since April, with the animals chasing people and even biting them.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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The two have been engaging in a subtle war of online words with fans noting passive aggressiveness to the max.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
Noun
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The Park Hyatt Beijing welcomes many business travelers, and the easy-access power and latest USB outlets show the renovation’s attention to detail.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Tonight the Aries Moon shifts attention toward home, roots, and what supports you privately.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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“Emphasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasis. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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