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Recent Examples of highlights
David Nikel, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
This incident also highlights a recurring pattern.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
While earthquakes are not a continuous or predictable source of nutrients, the study highlights their role as an episodic force that has largely been overlooked in models of how the ocean responds to physical change.
—New Atlas, 22 Jan. 2026
The video highlights Atlanta's transit culture, with the season's opponents revealed through a MARTA bus journey that ends with a pickup game alongside Dream owner and WNBA champion Renee Montgomery.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Sirāt received the Jury Prize at Cannes last year, and the work of sound designer Laia Casanova, which highlights the ambient noises of the desert, was singled out for special praise from critics.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Jan. 2026
Juan Carlos de Oña, president of Centennial Bank in Southeast Florida, highlights Hialeah as a stable rental market with low vacancy.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
In a YouTube video, the company also highlights a workflow spanning data collection, model post-training, and deployment, supported by professional post-training services.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
The study highlights the effects humans can have on wildlife and shows how fast evolution can occur for animals needing to adapt to their surroundings, the researchers said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026
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While the cruise industry highlights economic benefits, opposition to cruise tourism has grown louder in several Norwegian cities and fjord communities.
—David Nikel, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
This incident also highlights a recurring pattern.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 Jan. 2026
While earthquakes are not a continuous or predictable source of nutrients, the study highlights their role as an episodic force that has largely been overlooked in models of how the ocean responds to physical change.
—New Atlas, 22 Jan. 2026
The video highlights Atlanta's transit culture, with the season's opponents revealed through a MARTA bus journey that ends with a pickup game alongside Dream owner and WNBA champion Renee Montgomery.
—Cbs News Atlanta Digital Team, CBS News, 22 Jan. 2026
Sirāt received the Jury Prize at Cannes last year, and the work of sound designer Laia Casanova, which highlights the ambient noises of the desert, was singled out for special praise from critics.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 22 Jan. 2026
Juan Carlos de Oña, president of Centennial Bank in Southeast Florida, highlights Hialeah as a stable rental market with low vacancy.
—Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
In a YouTube video, the company also highlights a workflow spanning data collection, model post-training, and deployment, supported by professional post-training services.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 12 Jan. 2026
The study highlights the effects humans can have on wildlife and shows how fast evolution can occur for animals needing to adapt to their surroundings, the researchers said.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 12 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlights
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The renewal was announced during a panel on Wednesday at the Göteborg Film Festival‘s TV Drama Vision and emphasizes the success of the collaboration, which has already spawned 24 original series in several stages of development, production and release.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
28 Jan. 2026
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According to Fauna, Sprout’s design also emphasizes human-robot interaction.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Filling in and fixing scenes during post-production, including generating pick-up shots, continuity breaks, editing and other improvements when the cameras have stopped rolling.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Those days can be used for weather or other things like power outages, or watermain breaks.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Adjustable Typing Angles Other features on the NODE 100 include a set of flip-out and adjustable feet that offer a choice of three different typing angles, ranging from 6 to 12 degree for a more ergonomic and comfortable typing position.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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As with Eudoxus, the angle of the moon and sun will cast sections of the Aristoteles Crater into shadow, highlighting the broken terrain bordering its central basin plain, upon which a collection of hill-like features reside.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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Mintz stresses that redistribution begins with ongoing dialogue.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Yuzee also stresses the importance of ownership.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
22 Jan. 2026
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Bank of China’s Pivotal Role and Future Innovations Zhu Jing of Bank of China (Hong Kong) detailed the milestones leading to the MOU.—
Sean Lee,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Daniel, for his part, keeps his feet on the ground amid aspirations for bigger milestones.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
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Japan’s coolest attractions aren’t temples.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Set the scene Beyond the obviously plum location—both uptown and downtown’s attractions and entertainment are within easy striking distance—the stunning exterior will wow you.—
Paul Oswell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Jan. 2026
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From nearly every vantage point, the estate offers unobstructed views of the Mokulua Islands, the twin islets that sit just offshore and rank among O‘ahu’s most recognizable natural landmarks.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
22 Jan. 2026
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To see the city from above, reserve a helicopter tour that will whisk you past Montreal’s landmarks or arrange a romantic hot-air balloon experience at either sunrise or sunset.—
Carolyn Heller,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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The other women look at him from the corners of their eyes, and move carefully to the other side of the well.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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On draft night, Dëmin’s selection was questioned in some corners, framed as a reach or a gamble.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Highlights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlights. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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