1
as in highlighting
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in reinforcing
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasizing
Peterson’s tactical approach steeped in reshaping the Hornets by emphasizing player health and development, a team-first culture and the importance of acquiring assets springboarded the Hornets into the national conversation again.
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Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Already, food and beverage brands and restaurants have taken note of the growing number of people taking the treatments and tried to get ahead of diet changes by emphasizing or adding ingredients like protein and fiber.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Through interviews with other influential artists, the film highlights the emotional and societal burdens that accompany their achievements, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in celebrating their contributions to music and culture.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026
Councilman Patrick Kelly expressed a similar sentiment, emphasizing that in the case of the assault rifles ban, the city knew there would be a tangible impact with the immediate ban and the city was ready to take on any litigation thanks to pro bono support from a major international law firm.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
As much as leaders like McArn are emphasizing teamwork among staff and the community to address the crisis, cracks are beginning to show between district leaders, staff members and those overseeing the district’s financial decisions.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Cooper added that the goal is to build a program the university can take pride in, emphasizing the need to focus on action by raising funds, strengthening community ties, increasing fan support and boosting awareness of Cal State LA.
—City News Service, Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
The full findings will be presented to the International Whaling Commission in the hopes of further emphasizing Navidad Bank’s integral role in helping some of the ocean’s largest and most fascinating animals thrive.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
Snow’s column skirt was ruched around the skin-baring accent, emphasizing the design’s form-fitting silhouette.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
Already, food and beverage brands and restaurants have taken note of the growing number of people taking the treatments and tried to get ahead of diet changes by emphasizing or adding ingredients like protein and fiber.
—Melissa Repko, CNBC, 9 Apr. 2026
Through interviews with other influential artists, the film highlights the emotional and societal burdens that accompany their achievements, emphasizing the importance of empathy and understanding in celebrating their contributions to music and culture.
—Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 9 Apr. 2026
Councilman Patrick Kelly expressed a similar sentiment, emphasizing that in the case of the assault rifles ban, the city knew there would be a tangible impact with the immediate ban and the city was ready to take on any litigation thanks to pro bono support from a major international law firm.
—Carolyn Stein, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
As much as leaders like McArn are emphasizing teamwork among staff and the community to address the crisis, cracks are beginning to show between district leaders, staff members and those overseeing the district’s financial decisions.
—Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 8 Apr. 2026
Cooper added that the goal is to build a program the university can take pride in, emphasizing the need to focus on action by raising funds, strengthening community ties, increasing fan support and boosting awareness of Cal State LA.
—City News Service, Daily News, 8 Apr. 2026
The full findings will be presented to the International Whaling Commission in the hopes of further emphasizing Navidad Bank’s integral role in helping some of the ocean’s largest and most fascinating animals thrive.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 8 Apr. 2026
Snow’s column skirt was ruched around the skin-baring accent, emphasizing the design’s form-fitting silhouette.
—Lara Walsh, InStyle, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasizing
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The Charlotte exhibition will work in tandem to promote other sites and museums highlighting the Carolinas’ role in the Revolutionary War.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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The nurturing Moon moves through your 7th House of Cooperation, highlighting needs in close bonds.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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In addition to reinforcing the fiduciary standards that are already in place for community associations, this will help to establish stronger grounds for claims involving unilateral acts by directors, inadequate reserve planning, inconsistent rules enforcement, or failures in management oversight.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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In 2025, the region attracted $92 billion in venture capital and generated more than 23,000 patents, reinforcing its central role in emerging technologies, according to the Index.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The Kings came into the game stressing a good start, having been outscored 5-1 in the first period of their previous three outings, and instead face planted to spot the Maple Leafs a 2-0 lead through 20 minutes.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The meeting began with the defense secretary addressing the committee, stressing the importance of a steady, affordable domestic energy supply, which is currently under threat.—
Dan Peck,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reportedly in no rush to leave his temporary home, deepening frustrations for his brother, King Charles III.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
7 Apr. 2026
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Each movement revealed a little more, deepening the intrigue of what lay beneath the surface.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
6 Apr. 2026
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In the afternoon, stroll through Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, a 55-acre botanical garden featuring rotating art exhibitions.—
Lauren Schuster,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Many of the stories in the book are tragic Icarus narratives, featuring acts of rebellion that succeed in one brief ecstatic burst, and then resoundingly fail.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Broadcom expanded its chip partnership with Google and Anthropic, underscoring surging demand for AI infrastructure.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
7 Apr. 2026
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The final count will not be known until next year, underscoring the vast scale of an exercise that seeks to capture the contours of one of the world’s most diverse and complex societies.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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They are best suited for improving skin texture, softening fine lines and enhancing product absorption, allowing serums and treatments to penetrate more effectively.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Rick and Deann Bayless last year were also honored with the Sandra Cisneros Award at the museum's Gala de Arte for enhancing the appreciation of authentic Mexican food and for their support for the performing arts, the museum said.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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But the bulk of the growth is expected to come from information technology, set to jump 44%, underlining the sector’s importance to the market, according to FactSet.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2026
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No walking path existed near its perimeter, underlining the fact that the castle looked down on Berkeley Springs from a position of inaccessible dominance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Emphasizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasizing. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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