1
as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in to reinforce
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasize
Advertisement She is expected to emphasize that Japan remains America’s indispensable partner in Asia and point to Tokyo’s accelerating defense spending, which aims to hit the threshold of 2% of GDP and boost its military capacity.
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Jeff Kingston, Time, 15 Feb. 2026
When to Avoid Slit-Seeding Feldman emphasizes that slit-seeding is best for extremely thin and struggling lawns, as this method helps thin lawns regain density.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
In his broader teaching on nonviolence, King emphasized that peace requires mutual recognition, not humiliation.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
The research team also emphasizes its plug-and-play compatibility, allowing the battery to be deployed in existing systems without the need for extra thermal insulation or complex heating hardware.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
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Jeff Kingston, Time, 15 Feb. 2026
When to Avoid Slit-Seeding Feldman emphasizes that slit-seeding is best for extremely thin and struggling lawns, as this method helps thin lawns regain density.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Feb. 2026
In his broader teaching on nonviolence, King emphasized that peace requires mutual recognition, not humiliation.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 15 Feb. 2026
The research team also emphasizes its plug-and-play compatibility, allowing the battery to be deployed in existing systems without the need for extra thermal insulation or complex heating hardware.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
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Plan your Route 66 road trip The Century of Route 66 map highlights the best pit stops in each of the eight states along the highway, plus nearby Choice Hotels for a seamless travel experience.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, the report highlights growing concern about the impact of AI on timelines and perceptions of creativity.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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By the Middle Ages, people in France and England believed birds began mating around that time of year, reinforcing the connection to romance.—
Katey Psencik,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Feb. 2026
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More off days for Altuve is another possibility — one that could be reinforced if the Astros do carry their current infield surplus into the season.—
Matt Kawahara,
Houston Chronicle,
14 Feb. 2026
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These shows typically feature a group of trainees who compete for a chance to debut in an idol group.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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On the precipice of the sixth WBC, the tournament has a history full of iconic moments, including the final pitch of the 2023 edition that featured Shohei Ohtani striking out his then-Los Angeles Angels teammate Mike Trout to seal Japan’s third WBC title.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Malinin’s meltdown from favorite to eighth place underscored the unpredictability of the Olympic stage.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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Broad bipartisan concern for rising healthcare costs underscores urgency.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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That’s a point stressed by Wendy Cukier, president of the Coalition for Gun Control.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the deep historical ties between the US and Europe.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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The best eyebrow pencils can help enhance your makeup look by framing your features.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
20 Feb. 2026
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The trilayer device design also helped the researchers develop a model for their observations and further enhance power output by tweaking salt concentrations and nanopillar structures.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Feb. 2026
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Finally, Dennis Alme de Visscher underlined the perks of investing in Canada.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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In a recent interview, Mansbridge underlined the need for trans people everywhere to make their presence known in defiance against a government trying to eliminate them.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
13 Feb. 2026
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Cuba’s energy crisis has deepened and daily blackouts sometimes last more than 24 hours at a time on some parts of the island.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2026
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These experiences deepen understanding, challenge assumptions, and help students connect Connecticut’s past and present in a more meaningful way.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasize. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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