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 break
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as in feature
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Recent Examples of highlight
Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2025
The collection will highlight Basquiat’s bold, abstract images on a collection of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel that will include symbols, words, Breton stripes and denim treatments on graphic T-shirts, oversize bomber jackets, jeans, cardigans and other products.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Steve Madeley, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Royals rely on strong defense There were several defensive highlights in the series.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2025
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Verb
The ceremony is expected to highlight a milestone centennial of filmmaking on the island nation, which has recently hosted such high-profile Hollywood productions as Jurassic World Rebirth and Gladiator II.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2025
The collection will highlight Basquiat’s bold, abstract images on a collection of men’s, women’s and children’s apparel that will include symbols, words, Breton stripes and denim treatments on graphic T-shirts, oversize bomber jackets, jeans, cardigans and other products.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
Noun
The 20-year-old Turkey international’s first-half wonder strike and winding finish in the second were the highlights in Philadelphia.
—Steve Madeley, New York Times, 22 June 2025
Royals rely on strong defense There were several defensive highlights in the series.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
Verb
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But Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized Tehran had no interest in negotiating with the U.S. while Israel continued attacking.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
21 June 2025
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Similarly, Lesly Leon, bound for an administrative fellowship at Kaiser Permanente in Northern California, emphasized the duality of personal and community growth in a meaningful career.—
Glenn Llopis,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
Noun
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Aaron Nola is out until at least after the All-Star break; the earliest he can be activated is July 18.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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While the Padres have acknowledged that King’s injury will keep him out through at least the All-Star break, King is confident that more good days will stack up before too long.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2025
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McEnroe and Evert each gave TNT high marks for its debut, with the latter commentator praising the cable network’s willingness to experiment with big names and decidedly untraditional features.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
27 June 2025
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In fact, 9 in 10 young adults consider the in-car infotainment platform an important feature when making purchasing decisions.—
Jon Kirchner,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
Verb
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But for the first few days, Trump and his team kept stressing that the U.S. was not involved in attacks against Iran.—
Geoff Brumfiel,
NPR,
18 June 2025
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Of course, that’s stressed in a different way because of the wildfires.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
18 June 2025
Noun
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The halls of this storied landmark have long been filled with ambition and elegance.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
19 June 2025
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Paris is known for its iconic landmarks, being the city of love, a rich history of art and culture, an exquisite culinary scene, and being home to luxurious fashion houses.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
Noun
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Budget-friendly movie houses known as nickelodeons became a favorite attraction for urban dwellers in the first two decades of the 20th century.—
Timeka Tounsel,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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The city is open to ideas on how best to turn the little park into a big attraction.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 June 2025
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In the last quarter-century, only four series have required a seventh frame, with the average audiences ranging from 19 million for the Spurs-Pistons clincher in 2005 to 31 million for the second Cavs-Warriors series nine years ago.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
13 June 2025
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Ruben Amorim has endured a miserable campaign since joining United, but the vibes would indeed be ameliorated with a trophy hoist and Champions League clincher.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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The North American swing will be the capper to the group’s world tour in support of their 2024 EP trilogy, EASY, CRAZY, and HOT, all three of which debuted in the top 10 on the Billboard 200 album chart.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
12 June 2025
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Alternately disturbing and brutally funny, and ending with the sort of capper that perfectly encapsulates its provocative ethos, this marks an auspicious directorial debut for Oscar Boyson.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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