as in emphasized
to make more apparent
high-definition television italicizes every line and wrinkle in an actor's face
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Recent Examples of italicized
That should count, underlined and italicized in bold.
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Miami Herald, 30 Nov. 2025
Miami Herald, 30 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for italicized
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Airport leadership also emphasized that the project is part of a broader strategy to test new technologies that improve airport operations and passenger experience.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2026
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Tom Schmid, president and CEO of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, emphasized the broader importance of the calf’s arrival.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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On one level, the NBA’s intervention reinforced traditional governance.—
Rick Burton,
Sportico.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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It was further popularized by Late Night with Conan O’Brien, which aired out-of-context clips from Walker, Texas Ranger that reinforced his over-the-top image.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Italicized.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/italicized. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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