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
The necklace is punctuated by orange fire-opal cabochons and indicolite tourmalines, concealing a diamond-pavé dial at the center.
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Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
So generations fold into each other, grandparents appear young alongside the young people of the present, and everything is punctuated by a stunning collection of old black and white family photographs.
—Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 16 June 2026
The gala was also punctuated by the celebration of its annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame induction and alumni awards.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
The sequence built from this monologue fills more than thirty minutes of screen time, and is punctuated with recent flashbacks to the family’s life together, and even an extended long-ago look at the couple’s early days.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
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Taylor Stoddard, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
So generations fold into each other, grandparents appear young alongside the young people of the present, and everything is punctuated by a stunning collection of old black and white family photographs.
—Erik Pedersen, Oc Register, 16 June 2026
The gala was also punctuated by the celebration of its annual PNW Alumni Hall of Fame induction and alumni awards.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2026
The sequence built from this monologue fills more than thirty minutes of screen time, and is punctuated with recent flashbacks to the family’s life together, and even an extended long-ago look at the couple’s early days.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuate
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Suarez also acknowledged both teams' slow starts, emphasizing the Red Sox's need to contend.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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As Hinkley’s family and fiancée mourn the loss of a young man who still had his entire future ahead of him, prosecutors emphasized the scrutiny applied when criminal allegations involve an on-duty law enforcement officer.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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Interior designers highlight common mistakes that can make a living room appear less appealing.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
20 June 2026
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Additionally, Schwalbe must navigate voter stereotypes about scientists, highlighting the systemic barriers preventing experts from entering politics despite their valuable skills.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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After number of recent rescues from the Long Island Sound, officials are stressing the importance of water safety as Connecticut seeks to hire additional lifeguards to staff popular swimming spots.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
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Officials stressed that crews are not entering the building or attempting to manually remove product.—
Iris Salem,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
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The relaxed style features pockets, a comfortable elastic waistband, and sustainable linen to keep you cool in the summer heat.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
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The community will feature two lakes, a 50-acre city park, 156 acres of commercial development, a 55-acre business park and 206 acres for two elementary schools, a middle school and a high school in Denton ISD.—
Kamal Morgan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 June 2026
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“Punctuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuate. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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