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according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell
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Recent Examples of highlights
Kara Fox, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
The overdue funds were eventually restored, but the dispute highlights the challenges faced as funding remains precarious and politics threatens long-term investments.
—Tom Wright, New York Daily News, 8 May 2026
This perspective highlights the value of ongoing engagement rather than one-time explanations.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The case, which has only recently come to the attention of POST officials, highlights the limits of state oversight even after lawmakers passed significant police reform aimed at forcing dishonest cops out of the profession.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Our report highlights that AI adoption throughout the industry will primarily impact routine, repetitive tasks, such as inventory management, scheduling, or basic customer inquiries.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Featuring transitional pieces from the spring ’25 collection, the drop highlights timeless essentials designed to carry shoppers from cool spring mornings into warm summer nights.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 7 May 2026
This recognition is reflected in her recent 2026 Nurse Excellence Award, which highlights her leadership in providing patient care, mentoring and guiding her staff.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
The popularity of the 2026 World Cup, the 23rd edition in which the participating teams have increased from 32 to 48, highlights the success of the quadrennial competition.
—Tushaar Kuthiala, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
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But the takedown also highlights the difficulties survivors face in trying to remove exploitative material once it is uploaded and redistributed online.
—Kara Fox, CNN Money, 8 May 2026
The overdue funds were eventually restored, but the dispute highlights the challenges faced as funding remains precarious and politics threatens long-term investments.
—Tom Wright, New York Daily News, 8 May 2026
This perspective highlights the value of ongoing engagement rather than one-time explanations.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The case, which has only recently come to the attention of POST officials, highlights the limits of state oversight even after lawmakers passed significant police reform aimed at forcing dishonest cops out of the profession.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 8 May 2026
Our report highlights that AI adoption throughout the industry will primarily impact routine, repetitive tasks, such as inventory management, scheduling, or basic customer inquiries.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Featuring transitional pieces from the spring ’25 collection, the drop highlights timeless essentials designed to carry shoppers from cool spring mornings into warm summer nights.
—Irina Grechko, Vogue, 7 May 2026
This recognition is reflected in her recent 2026 Nurse Excellence Award, which highlights her leadership in providing patient care, mentoring and guiding her staff.
—Laura Berrios, AJC.com, 7 May 2026
The popularity of the 2026 World Cup, the 23rd edition in which the participating teams have increased from 32 to 48, highlights the success of the quadrennial competition.
—Tushaar Kuthiala, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlights
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Ly emphasizes that recurrence in identical locations is one of the most defining features.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
6 May 2026
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From a structural standpoint, the model emphasizes selectivity.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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His exit comes despite MNUFC having two more games before the entire MLS breaks for the World Cup.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
9 May 2026
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Your bank learns those patterns, and travel breaks all of them at once.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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For example, the power output of the laser is not publicly disclosed, as well as other key features like its cooling setup, battery capacity, etc.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
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Update to the latest version to see all Vogue content, as well as new features like our Runway Genius quiz, Group Chats, and posts from Vogue contributors.—
Rebecca Cope,
Vogue,
9 May 2026
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The game plan goes out the window as the team stresses about trying to regain a level scoreline, and instead, the game blows completely out of hand.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
6 May 2026
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Interior designer Amanda Reynal also stresses the importance of using building materials thoughtfully, which often means using fewer and repeating them.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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Ever since then, Mitchell has accomplished many major milestones, representing Team USA four times in the Paralympic Games.—
Donald Fountain,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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At a recent appearance, the actress reflected on some of the milestones along the way, including an early appearance on Happy Days.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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The first new attractions in the expansion, which was spurred by rapid growth in the Treasure Valley, opened in 2023, the Statesman previously reported.—
Rose Evans
Updated May 8,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
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Plus, earn 5% total cash back on hotel, car rentals and attractions booked with Citi Travel.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
8 May 2026
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In its second year as organizer of Australian Fashion Week (AFW), the council has swapped industrial venue Carriageworks for the Museum of Contemporary Art, which sits just in front of these very Aussie landmarks.—
Madeleine Schulz,
Vogue,
8 May 2026
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The 149-room property emerges from a neighborhood thick with verdant palms, amid the city’s Art Deco landmarks.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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But none of these conflicts affected so many corners of the world as swiftly as the Iran war.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2026
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Brazzell is a 6-foot-4, 198-pound target who glides by his opposing corners with ease.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Highlights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlights. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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