as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them
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Plan your Route 66 road trip The Century of Route 66 map highlights the best pit stops in each of the eight states along the highway, plus nearby Choice Hotels for a seamless travel experience.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
15 Feb. 2026 -
At the same time, the report highlights growing concern about the impact of AI on timelines and perceptions of creativity.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2026
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As for market exuberance, Silverblatt emphasized the need for investors to be cautious and well-informed.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
16 Feb. 2026
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Both designers emphasize that circus stripes can be calibrated to match your comfort level.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2026
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That’s a point stressed by Wendy Cukier, president of the Coalition for Gun Control.—
Max Saltman,
CNN Money,
15 Feb. 2026
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Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio stressed the deep historical ties between the US and Europe.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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These shows typically feature a group of trainees who compete for a chance to debut in an idol group.—
Rebecca Cairns,
CNN Money,
19 Feb. 2026
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On the precipice of the sixth WBC, the tournament has a history full of iconic moments, including the final pitch of the 2023 edition that featured Shohei Ohtani striking out his then-Los Angeles Angels teammate Mike Trout to seal Japan’s third WBC title.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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“Point (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point%20%28up%29. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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