HIGHLIGHTS Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of highlight

as in emphasizes

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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plural of highlight

as in breaks

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The incident highlights the risks faced by people living in the only region where Asiatic lions still roam in the wild. — Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 7 July 2026 To reduce those mistakes, Clay County includes instructions with every mail ballot packet, highlights the section requiring notarization and places another reminder on the return envelope before voters seal it. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026 The outlet also highlights travelers’ reasoning behind specifically selecting window seats for their travels, including motion sickness, fear of flying or to keep children occupied. — Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026 This event highlights the power of emotional intelligence, particularly self-management, in high-stakes situations. — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 The Ellisons' story highlights a bigger problem for this on Atlanta's south side - access to emergency and speciality care, one that has increased since the closure of Atlanta Medical Center South in East Point. — Nakell Williams, CBS News, 30 June 2026

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Each lifestyle concept features a complete wardrobe for its own characters, and emphasizes personal styles through mix-and-match fashions.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
Volleyball legend Karch Kiraly, the only athlete with Olympic golds in both indoor and beach volleyball, emphasizes that while talent wins matches, talent combined with strong culture secures Olympic medals.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of emphasizes

Noun

Since their relationship became public in 2023, the couple has squeezed romance into tour schedules, football obligations and rare breaks from two of the most demanding careers in entertainment and sports.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Haverhill installed a second bypass line to help better control the flow of sewage after two breaks and a massive sewage overflow for five days last week, helping secure the system as more rains threatened the temporary bypass Tuesday.

— Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 7 July 2026

Definition of breaks

Noun

But horns are actually important safety features and, when used properly, can also help keep traffic moving.

— Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 12 July 2026
Hackman Capital’s plan to recoup its investment included continuing to operate Television City as a studio for rent while adding new revenue-generating features.

— Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of features

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Leadership expert Bryan McKinney stresses that a global mindset is now a necessity, not just an advantage, for organizations expanding across borders.

— Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
However, OpenAI also stresses that access to outside apps and files can be limited using its Compliance API or enterprise and admin controls.

— Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 9 July 2026

Definition of stresses

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But interest in the nascent field is rising as companies notch up milestones, such as enabling people with degenerative conditions including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to type or play video games using brain signals.

— Elaine Yu, CNBC, 11 July 2026
Weiss questioned whether such action was allowed under California’s wolf conservation plan, pointing to setbacks in reaching reproductive milestones required under the program before aggressive hazing can be permitted.

— Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of milestones

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As for the top cities, tried-and-true reign supreme with phenomenal attractions, superlative hotels, and electric dining scenes.

— Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
Under her and her husband Patrick’s ownership, the park added attractions such as the Scrambler and Tilt-a-Whirl, along with laser tag and a roller skating rink.

— Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of attractions

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Its shuttering, alongside other long-standing landmarks like Taix restaurant, underscores Echo Park’s growing tension between new development and preserving neighborhood character.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
The landmarks can refer to the arrest location or a place near the arrest.

— Mathew Miranda July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of landmarks

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Adell had another shot in the ninth, coming to the plate with runners at the corners and two outs after Grissom had gotten him a chance by working an 11-pitch walk.

— Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 10 July 2026
That’s squishing the spoonbills to new corners of Florida Bay, both to inland spots of the Everglades that used to be dry and have gone soggy and to some of the tiny mangrove islands flecking the bay.

— Alex Harris July 8, Miami Herald, 8 July 2026

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