as in emphasized
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
pointed up his warning by furiously wagging his finger at them
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That strategy emphasized heavy diversification into illiquid alternative assets — such as private equity, venture capital and real estate — over traditional stocks and bonds.—
Terry Savage,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026 -
While the lack of Brazilian titles at Cannes bringing a bitter taste to the start of summer festival season, many producers and directors have emphasized a desire to look beyond the big European triad of Berlin, Cannes and Venice as launching pads.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
21 Apr. 2026
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Susurros del Corazón is highlighted by three infinity-edge pools that cascade down to the beach; Morritos Kids Club; and four dining options including La Boquita, an open-air taqueria with ceviches and agave-forward cocktails.—
Carole Dixon,
HollywoodReporter,
21 Apr. 2026
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In this live show with showcase creators in attendance, unique, singular storytellers are highlighted.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Apr. 2026
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Gonzalez stressed that gang takedown operations have helped drive down the number of shootings in Brooklyn to record lows, noting that 17 of the 36 people indicted were taken into custody before the takedown operation began.—
John Annese,
New York Daily News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Pope Francis always stressed that the church was not a building or a symbol but the actual teachings of Jesus.—
Martin Scorsese,
Time,
15 Apr. 2026
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Other important ceremonial garments are also on display, including the Queen’s wedding dress, from 1947, another Hartnell creation that incorporated not just the white rose of the House of York but also featured orange blossoms, a symbol of fertility.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Senior catcher Olivia Picciola promptly drilled a two-run double for Lockport, creating a 6-6 tie in a game that featured four ties and four lead changes.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Pointed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointed%20%28up%29. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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