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punctuated each and every word of his denial with a pound of his fist on the table
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Recent Examples of punctuated
The refined contemporary interiors are punctuated throughout with terrazzo floors, warm wood paneling, and rough-hewn stone pillars.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 4 May 2026
On the western slope of the Andes mountains, in an area with few roads in or out, lies Tatamá National Park – a vast stretch of lush rain forest, punctuated by powerful rivers.
—Andy Court, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Poured terrazzo floors and rich hardwood run throughout, punctuated by polished concrete and expert millwork.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
Art history has been punctuated by debates over what a square can mean or do.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 1 May 2026
Collier, who appeared before the court early in the morning UK time, punctuated his evidence by sipping coffee from a china cup, and at one point audibly yawned.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 1 May 2026
The two have an enmity that goes back more than four decades, with outbursts of fighting or outright war punctuated by periods of tense calm.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Tafari’s tasty ending, his second goal in this year’s tournament, punctuated an appetizing second half, which saw Son also assist Timothy Tillman prior to Toluca’s equalizer off a classy finish by midfielder Jesús Angulo.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The serious subject matter is punctuated by many very on-the-nose jokes that don't always include enough nuance but, after all, that is kind of the whole point.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 4 May 2026
On the western slope of the Andes mountains, in an area with few roads in or out, lies Tatamá National Park – a vast stretch of lush rain forest, punctuated by powerful rivers.
—Andy Court, CBS News, 3 May 2026
Poured terrazzo floors and rich hardwood run throughout, punctuated by polished concrete and expert millwork.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 2 May 2026
Art history has been punctuated by debates over what a square can mean or do.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 1 May 2026
Collier, who appeared before the court early in the morning UK time, punctuated his evidence by sipping coffee from a china cup, and at one point audibly yawned.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 1 May 2026
The two have an enmity that goes back more than four decades, with outbursts of fighting or outright war punctuated by periods of tense calm.
—Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
Tafari’s tasty ending, his second goal in this year’s tournament, punctuated an appetizing second half, which saw Son also assist Timothy Tillman prior to Toluca’s equalizer off a classy finish by midfielder Jesús Angulo.
—Josh Gross, Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
The serious subject matter is punctuated by many very on-the-nose jokes that don't always include enough nuance but, after all, that is kind of the whole point.
—Madeleine Janz, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuated
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The evening will be highlighted by a state dinner featuring notable guests and much pomp and circumstance.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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During the city’s bid process, leaders highlighted the museum alongside the National World War I Museum and Memorial as a key cultural attraction for international visitors.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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Justice Brett Kavanaugh emphasized that a major purpose of the federal law is to provide uniformity.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Friends Remember Ernie Dosio as a Charitable Man Friends and colleagues have emphasized Dosio’s generosity and character, describing him as someone who gave back quietly and consistently.—
Ryan Brennan
April 28,
Kansas City Star,
28 Apr. 2026
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Like his older siblings, Beau said his father always stressed the importance of caring for the environment and having a strong work ethic.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The hospital stressed that the patient is asymptomatic and that the testing is a precaution.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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Wednesday’s second inning featured some tough breaks.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The casting featured a deep roster of models, from elders to adorable kids, many the children of staffers.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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“Punctuated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuated. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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