as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
punctuated each and every word of his denial with a pound of his fist on the table
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Recent Examples of punctuate
His two-run triple then punctuated a seven-run fourth.
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Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In the hands of the six-piece band, the shivering chords of that miniature apocalyptic soul song build into a cathartic climax, which Wasner punctuates with weeping slide guitar.
—Mitch Therieau, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
Coastal cliffs and crags are punctuated by black-sand beaches, and rich rain forests hide a towering volcanic cone.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
That sense of community was punctuated by a series of key moments that gave the project real legitimacy and momentum.
—Jimmy Jellinek, SPIN, 7 Apr. 2026
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Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
In the hands of the six-piece band, the shivering chords of that miniature apocalyptic soul song build into a cathartic climax, which Wasner punctuates with weeping slide guitar.
—Mitch Therieau, Pitchfork, 8 Apr. 2026
Coastal cliffs and crags are punctuated by black-sand beaches, and rich rain forests hide a towering volcanic cone.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026
That sense of community was punctuated by a series of key moments that gave the project real legitimacy and momentum.
—Jimmy Jellinek, SPIN, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuate
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Others emphasized that customers rely on hemp products for far more than recreation.—
Briseida Holguin,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Additional marketing themes for the 2026 models emphasize staying connected through every stage of your journey, and highlight the Lincoln Nautilus as a premium 2 row midsize luxury SUV as a quiet driving sanctuary on 4 wheels.—
Tony Leopardo,
Mercury News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Wall Street analysts have highlighted that dollar dominance is anchored by the greenback’s use as the standard currency in the global oil trade.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Welcome to the Friday, April 10, 2026, private school baseball and softball edition of the Fastball, a Star-Telegram series highlighting Fort Worth-area teams.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Apr. 2026
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While the situation may feel serious, Lipsher stressed that preparation is about staying ahead of the problem, not panicking.—
Spencer Wilson,
CBS News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Paul, Collman stresses, wasn’t saying that the Gentiles lack something the Jews have.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Music and performances featured local talent, including DJ Noodles, known for working with Bay Area artist Kehlani, as attendees filled the space throughout the day.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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This bag is made of supple Italian suede (still suitable for spring and can totally handle summer) and features two interior pockets and a key-ring holder.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Punctuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuate. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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