as in emphasizes
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 foregrounds
Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Holzinger’s feminist decadence foregrounds the violence against women that this history aestheticized and perpetuated.
—Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
Experienced together, the mix foregrounds themes of his otherwise enigmatic spirit.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Rather than focusing on Armstrong’s story, the film foregrounds the voices of Wilson’s family, friends, and fellow cyclists, exploring how grief reshaped their lives in the aftermath of her death.
—Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
The Kimbell show foregrounds how these works were used in the devotional and liturgical life of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
—Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
The Alpha Bank Accessibility Award foregrounds films and filmmakers that shed light on the experience of disability and the issue of equal participation in arts.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
The film foregrounds resilience but also survivor’s guilt.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 10 Mar. 2026
Eco effort As part of Hyatt, the hotel follows broader brand sustainability initiatives, including energy and water conservation measures, though this isn’t a property that foregrounds eco messaging.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
Verb
The result of that impromptu and wildly generative session, Rain Music, foregrounds each musician’s strengths—Niño’s verdant and atmospheric percussion lines, Timothy’s nesting-doll chords and ambient-minded constructions—without ever playing favorites.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026
Holzinger’s feminist decadence foregrounds the violence against women that this history aestheticized and perpetuated.
—Caroline Lillian Schopp, Artforum, 13 May 2026
Experienced together, the mix foregrounds themes of his otherwise enigmatic spirit.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2026
Rather than focusing on Armstrong’s story, the film foregrounds the voices of Wilson’s family, friends, and fellow cyclists, exploring how grief reshaped their lives in the aftermath of her death.
—Isadora Wandermurem, Time, 3 Apr. 2026
The Kimbell show foregrounds how these works were used in the devotional and liturgical life of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.
—Sarah Kozlowski, Dallas Morning News, 21 Mar. 2026
The Alpha Bank Accessibility Award foregrounds films and filmmakers that shed light on the experience of disability and the issue of equal participation in arts.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 15 Mar. 2026
The film foregrounds resilience but also survivor’s guilt.
—Callum McLennan, Variety, 10 Mar. 2026
Eco effort As part of Hyatt, the hotel follows broader brand sustainability initiatives, including energy and water conservation measures, though this isn’t a property that foregrounds eco messaging.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foregrounds
Verb
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Despite us having just seen the episode where Reid performed this exact song, his vocals felt like they were shot out of a cannon — Reid has an unexpected control and expressiveness to his live singing voice that emphasizes the already theatrical lyrics and melody.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
3 June 2026
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Lifting extremely heavy weights with limited range of motion, as observers have noted in Kennedy’s video, increases the risk of injury and emphasizes numbers rather than strength.—
Paula Chesley,
STAT,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Leo's visit signals a return of papal attention to Europe's Christian roots after Pope Francis largely stayed away from the traditional centers of Christianity in favor of smaller Catholic communities farther away.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Leo's visit signals a return of papal attention to Europe’s Christian roots after Pope Francis largely stayed away from the traditional centers of Christianity in favor of smaller Catholic communities farther away.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 June 2026
Verb
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The movie’s first scene, in which the band plays a wedding at a lavish country estate, highlights his problem.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
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Prior Tesla Autopilot case highlights legal scrutiny The Florida crash comes as Tesla continues to face legal scrutiny over its Autopilot system.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Noun
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Ugarte said one of his key focuses, if elected, would be to address environmental inequities and lack of reliable public transportation in the district.—
Kristy Hutchings,
Daily News,
29 May 2026
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Beachwear, resortwear, prêt-à-porter, fashion jewelry, bags, accessories, eyewear, footwear and childrenswear are the main focuses at the trade event.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
Verb
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The film stresses that railing against billionaires isn’t enough, and that characters like Corvette and Jianhu need to look after the people in their own backyards as well.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Guerin believes the team is now in a Cup window, which stresses the importance on hitting on those mid- to late-round draft picks, as the first- and second-rounders will often be used in trades to improve the current roster.—
Joe Smith,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Verb
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This natural marvel features a 125-foot curtain of water that cascades into a rocky gorge.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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The Old West End Festival is an annual event in Toledo that features live music, food markets and events for children.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
7 June 2026
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