1
as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in reinforced
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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as in intensified
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Recent Examples of emphasized
Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Martina Finken, Felde’s head of sales, emphasized how the traceable fibers are suitable for ring and open-end spinning, long staple spinning and non-wovens.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For example, the Artemis 2 astronauts have repeatedly emphasized that their mission is developmental and, as such, the crew is not working to a schedule but instead to the pace of training and technology development.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Xu compared the process to learning a multi-level sport and emphasized that DoorDash is still early in building these broad capabilities.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
Cole emphasized the importance of speaking up.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
And although Signature Healthcare has fewer patients, Abernathy also emphasized that the physicians work hard, which is a common misconception about concierge doctors.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Allen acknowledged the complexity of investigating a serious crime in a space that will be dismantled within days, but emphasized that the effort to identify the victim and locate any suspect remains the department's priority.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Cobb emphasized that one of the greatest threats of the DOE review is its potential to become a bedrock for future environmental policy.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
As Vevo’s Senior Manager of Talent Booking, Cynthia Todd emphasized the close partnership and trust that goes into making opportunities like these special performances come together in Live From Vevo Studios.
—Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Martina Finken, Felde’s head of sales, emphasized how the traceable fibers are suitable for ring and open-end spinning, long staple spinning and non-wovens.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Sep. 2025
For example, the Artemis 2 astronauts have repeatedly emphasized that their mission is developmental and, as such, the crew is not working to a schedule but instead to the pace of training and technology development.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Xu compared the process to learning a multi-level sport and emphasized that DoorDash is still early in building these broad capabilities.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 9 Sep. 2025
Cole emphasized the importance of speaking up.
—Nushrat Rahman, Freep.com, 9 Sep. 2025
And although Signature Healthcare has fewer patients, Abernathy also emphasized that the physicians work hard, which is a common misconception about concierge doctors.
—Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2025
Allen acknowledged the complexity of investigating a serious crime in a space that will be dismantled within days, but emphasized that the effort to identify the victim and locate any suspect remains the department's priority.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Advertisement Cobb emphasized that one of the greatest threats of the DOE review is its potential to become a bedrock for future environmental policy.
—Connor Greene, Time, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasized
Verb
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The scene was highlighted by the rare format of Mahomes and Kelce taking questions at the same time.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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With the place and functionality that our phones are taking, bags [have] become another kind of companion and deserve to be highlighted.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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This has reinforced the perception that AMD is still very much in the early stages of its AI journey, with Nvidia controlling a dominant share of training workloads, and Broadcom now threatening to gain market share with its custom silicon.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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However, DeepSeek's breakthrough with R1 earlier this year reinforced China's position as a formidable AI player in its own right.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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With intensified scrutiny from investors, regulators, and stakeholders, how do organizations prepare for sustainability assurance and build confidence to stand behind their sustainability numbers?—
Jon McGowan,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The coming weeks could see intensified fighting, efforts to free hostages and mounting humanitarian challenges.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Aug. 2025
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Gasly has regularly stressed his faith in Alpine this season despite its lack of performance on the track, recognizing the long-term vision in place.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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In Maine, the state CDC reported there have been 28 cases of TB this year through the end of July, according to the Herald, but stressed there is no outbreak.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Verb
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For Gulf leaders, the strike underscored the limits of their American security agreements, which have failed to deter Iranian, Houthi, and now Israeli aggression within their borders.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Katie Arrington, who is currently performing the duties of Department of War Chief Information Officer, has consistently underscored the vulnerabilities of the supply chain.—
Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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An enhanced enclosure at the top of the observation tower has been added for safety purposes, city spokeswoman Rachel Murray said.—
David Ferrara,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Last September, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Moscow was adjusting its protocols for use of nuclear weapons in light of enhanced Western support for Ukraine.—
Darya Tarasova,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Miami event featured teen’s work For Zaldivar, this weekend’s historic sainthood ceremony strikes a personal chord.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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David Alaba is experienced playing in midfield and featured there in the pre-season friendlies against Leganes (behind closed doors) and WSG Tirol, but at age 33, his role in Alonso’s group is not at all clear for this season.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The incident underlined the need to urgently invest in European defense and security, the spokesperson said.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
1 Sep. 2025
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Prevost then underlined that doctrine had not changed.—
Nicole Winfield,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Emphasized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasized. Accessed 12 Sep. 2025.
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