as in emphasizing
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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Recent Examples of highlighting
Given out for free in streetside orange boxes and in stacks at cafés, The L was stylish and well-informed, highlighting locally famous names and haunts, and establishing a sense of shared community for the corridor.
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Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
And people shouldn’t bash him for highlighting a California culinary institution that’s one of the better legacy fast food chains out there, even though the Barstow Taco is, well, whatever.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
With a presence at the world’s major markets and festivals, Blood Window prides itself on connecting creators, the industry, and audiences, highlighting Ibero-American talent on the global stage.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
The findings go beyond crime rates, highlighting broader quality-of-life elements such as personal freedom and trust in public institutions.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
As each decade was represented, the evolving fashion illustrated what women wore in the workforce, social movements and public life, highlighting how clothing both shaped and reflected their changing roles.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Like her previous work, the book is less about perfection than possibility — highlighting the impact of rescue and the importance of giving special-needs pets a chance at a loving home.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The school released a statement on his death, highlighting his collegiate and pro football career.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The Moon in Capricorn moves through your 8th House of Shared Resources, opposing Jupiter in your 2nd, highlighting personal versus shared priorities.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2026
Kyle Chayka, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
And people shouldn’t bash him for highlighting a California culinary institution that’s one of the better legacy fast food chains out there, even though the Barstow Taco is, well, whatever.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
With a presence at the world’s major markets and festivals, Blood Window prides itself on connecting creators, the industry, and audiences, highlighting Ibero-American talent on the global stage.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
The findings go beyond crime rates, highlighting broader quality-of-life elements such as personal freedom and trust in public institutions.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
As each decade was represented, the evolving fashion illustrated what women wore in the workforce, social movements and public life, highlighting how clothing both shaped and reflected their changing roles.
—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026
Like her previous work, the book is less about perfection than possibility — highlighting the impact of rescue and the importance of giving special-needs pets a chance at a loving home.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 13 May 2026
The school released a statement on his death, highlighting his collegiate and pro football career.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The Moon in Capricorn moves through your 8th House of Shared Resources, opposing Jupiter in your 2nd, highlighting personal versus shared priorities.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlighting
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Arisco says that making Maxine American is another way the play is more contemporary, emphasizing a connection between the United States and England.—
Amy Reyes
May 14,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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Weiner compared it to other iconic wedding in history like Prince Charles and Lady Diana’s wedding, emphasizing the importance of capturing the romance and secrecy of the ceremony.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Berger also warned against attempts by Israelis to deceive foreign agents, stressing that any contact is a serious offense.—
Amelie Botbol,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Spain’s head of emergency services sought to assauge these fears by stressing all the individuals onboard are currently asymptomatic.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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Trump’s meetings with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, began at the Great Hall of the People moments after a welcome ceremony that seemed to impress the president, featuring a Chinese military honor guard and a greeting from excited schoolchildren.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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Read Variety‘s cover story about the long road to Season 50 — featuring interviews with players and producers from the past and present — here.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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“Highlighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlighting. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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