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Recent Examples of punctuated
The area Life is decidedly unhurried in this part of the world, where the sunkissed monte landscape is punctuated by cork, olive, and oak trees, wild horses frolic in meadows, and huge granite dolmens hint at a pagan past.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
After a scoreless second inning, the Saints went up 6-2 after the third after another exchange of runs punctuated by Emmanuel’s RBI that scored Kaelen Culpepper for the second time in the game.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
Everything, from the living room (which is punctuated by cream Mario Bellini sofas) to the all-white kitchen to the bedrooms that embrace pared-back design, open up to the greenery outside.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
The losing streak reached eight games Wednesday night, punctuated by an 8-2 drubbing at Dodger Stadium that got out of hand in the eighth inning.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
Mornings stretch slowly over strong coffee and views of the turquoise Aegean and afternoons are for swimming at golden beaches, exploring stone pathways punctuated by hot pink cascades of bougainvillea, or doing nothing at all.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
The quiet in Kfar Giladi in northern Israel is occasionally punctuated by the noise of outgoing Israeli munitions headed for Lebanon.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
When Democrats tried to press him on vaccines, Kennedy mostly avoided the shouting matches and testy exchanges that punctuated his last appearance in the Capitol.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 16 Apr. 2026
This property, however, is not only punctuated by surprising touches (like wild Sogetsu ikebana arrangements and abstract art), plus an indoor heated pool and outdoor hot tub to complement the two public onsen.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Apr. 2026
After a scoreless second inning, the Saints went up 6-2 after the third after another exchange of runs punctuated by Emmanuel’s RBI that scored Kaelen Culpepper for the second time in the game.
—Staff Report, Twin Cities, 18 Apr. 2026
Everything, from the living room (which is punctuated by cream Mario Bellini sofas) to the all-white kitchen to the bedrooms that embrace pared-back design, open up to the greenery outside.
—Angela Tafoya, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
The losing streak reached eight games Wednesday night, punctuated by an 8-2 drubbing at Dodger Stadium that got out of hand in the eighth inning.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 16 Apr. 2026
Mornings stretch slowly over strong coffee and views of the turquoise Aegean and afternoons are for swimming at golden beaches, exploring stone pathways punctuated by hot pink cascades of bougainvillea, or doing nothing at all.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 16 Apr. 2026
The quiet in Kfar Giladi in northern Israel is occasionally punctuated by the noise of outgoing Israeli munitions headed for Lebanon.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
When Democrats tried to press him on vaccines, Kennedy mostly avoided the shouting matches and testy exchanges that punctuated his last appearance in the Capitol.
—Joseph Choi, The Hill, 16 Apr. 2026
This property, however, is not only punctuated by surprising touches (like wild Sogetsu ikebana arrangements and abstract art), plus an indoor heated pool and outdoor hot tub to complement the two public onsen.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuated
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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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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
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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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Shreveport Mayor urged people to lean on community resources like a domestic violence shelter recently established by the sheriff's office, while councilmember Tabatha Taylor stressed the need to take domestic violence seriously.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Lee stressed that timing can be very critical when symptoms first appear.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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The 2022 draft was the last one to be truly wide open at the top — the Jags ended up picking edge rusher Travon Walker in a year that featured three edge rushers and two cornerbacks in the top five, and no quarterback selected until Kenny Pickett at 20.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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The video featured candid clips of the family, including Louis leaning in close to the camera lens.—
Brendan Le,
PEOPLE,
23 Apr. 2026
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