as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell
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as in climax
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as in feature
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Recent Examples of highlight
Nandika Chatterjee, Time, 14 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2026
Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
As for the downhill course, the highlight is the Tofana schuss, a narrow chute between two walls of Dolomite rock where the skiers accelerate to 80 mph.
—Andrew Dampf, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
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Verb
Flowers and portraits of the late opposition leader have appeared in memorials across Europe, including outside the former Russian consulate in Frankfurt, highlighting international outrage over his death.
—Nandika Chatterjee, Time, 14 Feb. 2026
From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
In 2026, fresh shades are turning the bathroom into a design highlight of the home.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
As for the downhill course, the highlight is the Tofana schuss, a narrow chute between two walls of Dolomite rock where the skiers accelerate to 80 mph.
—Andrew Dampf, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
Verb
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As for market exuberance, Silverblatt emphasized the need for investors to be cautious and well-informed.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Both designers emphasize that circus stripes can be calibrated to match your comfort level.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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After a series of holds, the match hit its climax in the 10th and 11th games of the set.—
José Sánchez Córdova,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Feb. 2026
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More importantly, this final job will collectively involve all of the main characters together and lead to a climax that helps tie every loose end together, reward the just and bring the unjust to justice.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
13 Feb. 2026
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Google, in particular, has some unique features working in its favor, Sosnick added.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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Wright, who formerly worked as a detective, said the video contains apparent facial features such as a mustache and that investigators should be able to calculate height, shoe size and brands of clothing.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
Verb
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That’s a point stressed by Wendy Cukier, president of the Coalition for Gun Control.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the deep historical ties between the US and Europe.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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Manager Rob Thomson punctuated the Phillies' postseason clinchers over the years with a call-and-response in the clubhouse, asking Realmuto how many more wins were needed to win the World Series.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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The Leeds United goalkeeper had an agonisingly close-up view of Gabriel Gudmundsson’s 94th-minute clincher in London, stretching for it, but failing to keep it out.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2026
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The front steps of the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction at the park will be available as a location for visitors to tie the knot, Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons said in a Wednesday news release.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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While Bad Bunny's halftime show is expected to be the marquee attraction, dozens of performances across San Francisco and the South Bay are set to draw music lovers in the days leading up to kickoff.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The capper was a blowout loss in the Wild Card round to the Rams, who harassed Darnold into nine sacks.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
26 Jan. 2026
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DaCosta’s installment offers a number of major developments that Boyle’s trilogy capper will resolve at some point in the near future.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
20 Jan. 2026
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However, the full moon in Leo on February 1 is pointing to turning points in your career or status this month, and the eclipse in Aquarius on February 17 strongly suggests that this new beginning will involve changes to your domestic life, living situation, and family.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Jan. 2026
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Economically and socially, conversations around value, resources, sustainability, and wealth distribution may reach turning points.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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