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to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
repeatedly foregrounded his experience in international affairs in the course of his campaign for the presidency
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Recent Examples of foregrounded
For the most part, Beef has foregrounded class divides.
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Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Tems, in particular, got foregrounded by the video cameras, as the show took a more communal, less solipsistic turn.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
But his social consciousness shone through even in films where politics aren’t explicitly foregrounded.
—Vikram Murthi, The Atlantic, 22 Feb. 2026
Her humanity is foregrounded, and Lloyd Parry avoids sensationalism by honing in on his strengths; his knowledge of the culture and justice system of both Japan and England and his ability to communicate the foibles and quirks of both.
—Rebecca Hannigan, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Here, the effort is foregrounded.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
Church attendance has been a growing topic of conversation online after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who often foregrounded his faith.
—Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 30 Sep. 2025
Henry Jaglom, the independent filmmaker whose work foregrounded the stories of women, focused on the inner workings of the Industry and often paralleled his own life experiences, has died at age 87.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Their narratives garner little-to-no media attention or political mobilization, and their stories are seldom foregrounded in contemporary conversations about state violence.
—Lashawn Harris
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026
Tems, in particular, got foregrounded by the video cameras, as the show took a more communal, less solipsistic turn.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Apr. 2026
But his social consciousness shone through even in films where politics aren’t explicitly foregrounded.
—Vikram Murthi, The Atlantic, 22 Feb. 2026
Her humanity is foregrounded, and Lloyd Parry avoids sensationalism by honing in on his strengths; his knowledge of the culture and justice system of both Japan and England and his ability to communicate the foibles and quirks of both.
—Rebecca Hannigan, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026
Here, the effort is foregrounded.
—Rachel Monroe, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
Church attendance has been a growing topic of conversation online after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who often foregrounded his faith.
—Lexi Lonas Cochran, The Hill, 30 Sep. 2025
Henry Jaglom, the independent filmmaker whose work foregrounded the stories of women, focused on the inner workings of the Industry and often paralleled his own life experiences, has died at age 87.
—Tom Tapp, Deadline, 24 Sep. 2025
Their narratives garner little-to-no media attention or political mobilization, and their stories are seldom foregrounded in contemporary conversations about state violence.
—Lashawn Harris
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foregrounded
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That strategy emphasized heavy diversification into illiquid alternative assets — such as private equity, venture capital and real estate — over traditional stocks and bonds.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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While the lack of Brazilian titles at Cannes bringing a bitter taste to the start of summer festival season, many producers and directors have emphasized a desire to look beyond the big European triad of Berlin, Cannes and Venice as launching pads.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Susurros del Corazón is highlighted by three infinity-edge pools that cascade down to the beach; Morritos Kids Club; and four dining options including La Boquita, an open-air taqueria with ceviches and agave-forward cocktails.—
Carole Dixon,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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In this live show with showcase creators in attendance, unique, singular storytellers are highlighted.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2026
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Gonzalez stressed that gang takedown operations have helped drive down the number of shootings in Brooklyn to record lows, noting that 17 of the 36 people indicted were taken into custody before the takedown operation began.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Pope Francis always stressed that the church was not a building or a symbol but the actual teachings of Jesus.—
Martin Scorsese,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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Other important ceremonial garments are also on display, including the Queen’s wedding dress, from 1947, another Hartnell creation that incorporated not just the white rose of the House of York but also featured orange blossoms, a symbol of fertility.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Senior catcher Olivia Picciola promptly drilled a two-run double for Lockport, creating a 6-6 tie in a game that featured four ties and four lead changes.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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