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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And although Signature Healthcare has fewer patients, Abernathy also emphasized that the physicians work hard, which is a common misconception about concierge doctors.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Sep. 2025 -
The ruling emphasized that the case did not involve constitutional issues, but rather stemmed from the contractual agreements between the EPA and the nonprofits.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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The scene was highlighted by the rare format of Mahomes and Kelce taking questions at the same time.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
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With the place and functionality that our phones are taking, bags [have] become another kind of companion and deserve to be highlighted.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Gasly has regularly stressed his faith in Alpine this season despite its lack of performance on the track, recognizing the long-term vision in place.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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In Maine, the state CDC reported there have been 28 cases of TB this year through the end of July, according to the Herald, but stressed there is no outbreak.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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Miami event featured teen’s work For Zaldivar, this weekend’s historic sainthood ceremony strikes a personal chord.—
Lauren Costantino
September 6,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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David Alaba is experienced playing in midfield and featured there in the pre-season friendlies against Leganes (behind closed doors) and WSG Tirol, but at age 33, his role in Alonso’s group is not at all clear for this season.—
Mario Cortegana,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Pointed (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointed%20%28up%29. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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