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
Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Gordon has been a preseason revelation, however, delivering a series of highlight runs, all of which seem to end in violence and devastation.
—Andy Behrens, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
Liza Esquibias, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The menu highlight of the Buns & Patties menu is its signature smash burger, with two beef patties layered with cheese, house sauce and pickles on a toasted bun.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 22 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Nazar was a highlight on a struggling Hawks team last season.
—Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Gordon has been a preseason revelation, however, delivering a series of highlight runs, all of which seem to end in violence and devastation.
—Andy Behrens, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
The Watch What Happens Live host also highlighted his full-circle moment working with Madix.
—Liza Esquibias, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
The menu highlight of the Buns & Patties menu is its signature smash burger, with two beef patties layered with cheese, house sauce and pickles on a toasted bun.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 22 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
Verb
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The mayor also emphasized her intent never was to cancel the contract, only to delay it.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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After the meeting, the school's founder and CEO Ahmed White emphasized the need for more alternative forms of education for students the current system may not be reaching.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The meal was episodic, patterned, refusing the very concept of climax in its devotion to the moment.—
Lauren Groff,
The Atlantic,
20 Aug. 2025
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Cincinnati Open finals open up the race to be world No. 1 on both tours The climax of the Cincinnati Open is set to shape, if not define, the race for world No. 1 on both the men’s and women’s tours.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The old version of the feature allowed results to be viewed directly on the Apple Watch, as shown in Apple's documentation.—
Andrew Cunningham,
ArsTechnica,
14 Aug. 2025
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In a investigation, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration found a conveyor belt at the Jeep facility lacked adequate safety features.—
Liam Rappleye,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Trump, in the lead-up to his meeting with Putin, repeatedly stressed the need for an urgent, long-lasting ceasefire in the war.—
Erin Doherty,
CNBC,
17 Aug. 2025
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When it was pointed out that recording law enforcement and sharing their locations in public places is protected under the First Amendment, Miller acknowledged that Ortiz might not committed any crimes but stressed the need for an investigation to verify that.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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With tension mounting, teammate Gavin Ormsby delivered the championship clincher—his final shot sailed past the defense, securing victory and gold for Del Mar. Braxton’s remarkable saves earned him MVP honors.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
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This final question is the clincher that even my most decision averse clients answer without pause.—
Rebecca Fraser-Thill,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Noun
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However, Orlando does already have a ride representing the franchise: the motion simulator attraction Fast & Furious – Supercharged. Rip Ride Rockit isn't the first roller coaster that has closed at Universal Orlando Resort since its grand opening on June 7, 1990.—
Gillian Telling,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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Then the main attraction will take place on Friday, when Fed Chair Jerome Powell will deliver a speech at a gathering in Jackson Hole, Wyo.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
17 Aug. 2025
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Bobby and Connie’s first steps into official coupledom, however, puts a satisfying capper on their reunion arc this season, and leaves me very excited for where these two go next.—
Genevieve Koski,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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His film isn’t bitter about matters of the heart or intended to be a damning indictment on the hazards of relationships — as is evident by an ingenious closing scene, a perfect capper to the this sly metaphorical-rich genre film.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
31 July 2025
Noun
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The turning point came when Davis leaned on her team.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The latter became a turning point for Agee since Gunn got involved with Warners right before the pandemic-era streaming boom took place.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 28 Aug. 2025.
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