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
By removing color, the focus shifts to texture, light, gesture, and gaze — emphasizing the nuances of connection and the multiplicity of what love can look like beyond normative, romanticized ideals.
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Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025
Politicians, pundits and free speech groups are emphasizing the point that a functioning democracy depends on resolving differences with words, not weapons.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
The show featured innovative looks emphasizing detailing, textures, nature, upcycled materials, futurism, utilitarian edge, vintage charm, color and craftsmanship.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
The move, according to O'Donnell, took a toll on certain relationships in her life, emphasizing that the decision was about self-preservation rather than making a political statement.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Wood is not alone in wanting to tell a story emphasizing the idea that people come in types.
—Nathaniel Moore
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
Former President Barack Obama expressed shock and sorrow, urging Americans to reject political violence and emphasizing national unity.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Adam Sabes , Samantha Daigle, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Notably, clean technology was subdued despite Vice President Han Zheng’s remarks at the 2025 Global Energy Interconnection Conference, emphasizing renewable energy’s importance.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The super tuskers are part of a small and declining population, emphasizing the importance of their conservation.
—Gaby Keiderling, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
Caterina De Biasio, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025
Politicians, pundits and free speech groups are emphasizing the point that a functioning democracy depends on resolving differences with words, not weapons.
—Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2025
The show featured innovative looks emphasizing detailing, textures, nature, upcycled materials, futurism, utilitarian edge, vintage charm, color and craftsmanship.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2025
The move, according to O'Donnell, took a toll on certain relationships in her life, emphasizing that the decision was about self-preservation rather than making a political statement.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
Wood is not alone in wanting to tell a story emphasizing the idea that people come in types.
—Nathaniel Moore
september 10, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2025
Former President Barack Obama expressed shock and sorrow, urging Americans to reject political violence and emphasizing national unity.
—Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Adam Sabes , Samantha Daigle, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Notably, clean technology was subdued despite Vice President Han Zheng’s remarks at the 2025 Global Energy Interconnection Conference, emphasizing renewable energy’s importance.
—Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
The super tuskers are part of a small and declining population, emphasizing the importance of their conservation.
—Gaby Keiderling, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasizing
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The milestone marks a symbolic win for the blue-chip index, highlighting the market’s resilience despite tariff concerns and signs of weakness in the economy.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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In the meantime, the solar eclipse in Virgo brings emphasis to your values and sense of stability, highlighting ways to earn and manage your money.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
12 Sep. 2025
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For the evening, the top priority remains the east flank of the fire, reinforcing fire lines made during previous shifts and preparing for potential strategic firing operations by removing snags.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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According to the statement, with the backing of PAI, Marcolin has broadened its international reach and enhanced operational efficiency, reinforcing itself as a leading player in the wholesale eyewear market.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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Bohls said the agency has received 130 tips as of Thursday morning, stressing that none are too small and all will be investigated.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
11 Sep. 2025
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And the national economy and the local job market cooled, further stressing house hunters’ willingness to pay up for a home.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
10 Sep. 2025
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Reuters — Ethiopia officially inaugurated Africa’s largest hydroelectric dam on Tuesday, a project that will provide energy to millions of Ethiopians while deepening a rift with downstream Egypt that has unsettled the region.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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The meeting of the bloc of mostly developing nations comes as South Korea mulls joining the CPTPP, a pan-Pacific free trade group, while European officials head to New Delhi for talks on deepening economic ties and India looks to tighten technological cooperation with Singapore.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Stock up on their gummies and stationery featuring Genki, the running-boy mascot.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The first season consisted of eight episodes, and season 2 will have eight more, featuring returning voice cast members and new guest stars.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
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The design creates a space that feels both historic and modern, underscoring Sanlorenzo’s belief that industry is culture and offering visitors a tangible, in-person experience beyond the virtual.—
John Wogan,
Robb Report,
6 Sep. 2025
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That data comes courtesy of payroll processor ADP and marks a steep slowdown from July’s upwardly revised 106,000, underscoring how fragile employment momentum has become halfway through 2025.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, Russia’s growing military ties with North Korea – capped with the signing of a mutual defense treaty last year – have raised concerns that in exchange for arms and troops, Putin may assist Pyongyang in enhancing its missile technology and nuclear weapons delivery systems.—
Nectar Gan,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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While primarily designed for high availability, this also means data and operations are protected against localized security events or attacks, enhancing data integrity and system uptime even under duress.—
Khash Kiani,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Researchers were pleasantly surprised to find that spaceflight did not affect how well the germ cells sustained themselves through cryopreservation, underlining an important option for future human use.—
Jessica Rendall,
Space.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The sequence is incredibly disturbing, underlining the carelessness with which Prodigy has been treating these overgrown children.—
Noel Murray,
Vulture,
27 Aug. 2025
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“Emphasizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasizing. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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