as in intensified
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as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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as in reinforced
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasized
Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
At his Senate confirmation hearing in April, Warsh emphasized the threat posed by elevated inflation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 16 June 2026
Policymakers have repeatedly emphasized the importance of bringing price growth under control before considering additional rate cuts, and with inflation ticking upward, the central bank has little incentive to ease borrowing costs.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 16 June 2026
And for that part, the legislation does not have a revision for the section in which the SEC emphasized is too broad, allowing the opportunity at more battles within state courts.
—Trey Wallace, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
As the show neared a break, Navarro attempted to ask a question, but Goldberg emphasized the need for a commercial.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Additionally, flavanols are just one component of the overall heart health picture, Sangani and Higgins emphasized.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 16 June 2026
Both executives emphasized that real-time connection is core to their business success.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The statement echoed themes Raman emphasized throughout the primary campaign, including calls for greater urgency and accountability in addressing housing affordability and homelessness.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Verb
Four candidates drawing attention are Harold Cogdell, Carrie Cook, Mike Evans and Robert Harrington, who emphasized affordability, infrastructure and restoring civility to council meetings.
—Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
At his Senate confirmation hearing in April, Warsh emphasized the threat posed by elevated inflation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 16 June 2026
Policymakers have repeatedly emphasized the importance of bringing price growth under control before considering additional rate cuts, and with inflation ticking upward, the central bank has little incentive to ease borrowing costs.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 16 June 2026
And for that part, the legislation does not have a revision for the section in which the SEC emphasized is too broad, allowing the opportunity at more battles within state courts.
—Trey Wallace, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
As the show neared a break, Navarro attempted to ask a question, but Goldberg emphasized the need for a commercial.
—Erin Jensen, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Additionally, flavanols are just one component of the overall heart health picture, Sangani and Higgins emphasized.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 16 June 2026
Both executives emphasized that real-time connection is core to their business success.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 9 June 2026
The statement echoed themes Raman emphasized throughout the primary campaign, including calls for greater urgency and accountability in addressing housing affordability and homelessness.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasized
Adjective
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The intensified scrutiny comes after a string of charter operators have struggled financially over the past two years.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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During this period, Muslims around the world engage in intensified devotion by fasting, increasing their voluntary prayers, and reading the Quran.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Jones portrayed Jackson as a newcomer attempting to buy the governor’s office and highlighted his past donations to Trump critics.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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Ralston highlighted research indicating that more than 40% of breeding permit fish, a key recreational fishery in the state, were being lost to sharks during the catch-and-release process.—
Bri Buckley,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Concrete walls and floors are reinforced with metal rebar, which conducts electricity and should therefore also be avoided.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
12 June 2026
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The handle is reinforced at the grip with G-10, a textured material designed for extreme weather conditions.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Some scientists have speculated that Heliconius’ extended adulthood is due to the insects consuming an enhanced diet, rather than relying purely on carbohydrates like other butterflies.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Premium Large Format screens also provide enhanced experiences.—
Benny Har-Even,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Verb
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In a statement texted to the Star-Telegram before the phone call, Parker’s spokesperson said the mayor stressed that neither her husband’s firm nor his profession has any bearing on her decisions regarding matters before the City Council.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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That was the message Bronin’s campaign stressed in a spot first aired two weeks ago.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2026
Verb
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The distinction is further underscored by the involvement of The Roots, whose co-founder and lead MC, Black Thought, is widely regarded as one of hip-hop's greatest lyricists.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Accepting the Sydney prize in person – his first visit to Australia in more than a decade – Zvyagintsev addressed the ceremony with remarks that underscored the film’s stakes for audiences inside Russia.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Pending any video challenges in their season finale on Tuesday night versus Anaheim, the Wild will take a perfect review record into the playoffs, where every goal or potential no goal becomes more magnified.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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Maybe in some ways, kind of magnified.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
1 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The singer posted a video to his Instagram page that featured an excerpt from his Thursday, June 18 concert in Saratoga Springs, New York.—
Lori A Bashian,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
18 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Emphasized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasized. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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