as in emphasizing
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 punctuating
The Broncos won Super Bowl 50, their Orange Rush punctuating one of the most impressive defensive seasons in NFL history.
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Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
Allison Williams gave a sharp, high-gloss finish to a monochrome look in New York on Thursday, punctuating her professional polish outfit with Gianvito Rossi’s Cara slingback pumps.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
On the 2-on-1, Harris kept it for himself and beat Jonas Johansson to the shortside, punctuating the goal by bouncing off the glass over the end boards.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Rookie kicker Andres Borregales drilled the game-winning kick in Buffalo with plenty of room to spare, punctuating a strong game from the special teams group.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Enormous glowing planets hung overhead; others were installed at ground level, punctuating the venue’s gleaming black floor.
—Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
But the noises punctuating the downtown Fort Worth soundscape these days are causing consternation for De La Torre and his neighbors.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
October ushers in vibrant, changing fall colors with bursts of orange, red and yellow punctuating the dense forest.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
His onstage movement is pretty minimal, with a great backing band and stage effects punctuating the highlights for him.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 24 Sep. 2025
Joe Nguyen, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
Allison Williams gave a sharp, high-gloss finish to a monochrome look in New York on Thursday, punctuating her professional polish outfit with Gianvito Rossi’s Cara slingback pumps.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
On the 2-on-1, Harris kept it for himself and beat Jonas Johansson to the shortside, punctuating the goal by bouncing off the glass over the end boards.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 13 Oct. 2025
Rookie kicker Andres Borregales drilled the game-winning kick in Buffalo with plenty of room to spare, punctuating a strong game from the special teams group.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Enormous glowing planets hung overhead; others were installed at ground level, punctuating the venue’s gleaming black floor.
—Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2025
But the noises punctuating the downtown Fort Worth soundscape these days are causing consternation for De La Torre and his neighbors.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025
October ushers in vibrant, changing fall colors with bursts of orange, red and yellow punctuating the dense forest.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 26 Sep. 2025
His onstage movement is pretty minimal, with a great backing band and stage effects punctuating the highlights for him.
—Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 24 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuating
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Set during the Yongle Era, Xixi said that Blade of Vengeance would break from the norm and the in-world drama would focus on realism and logic rather than fantastical feats, with the production emphasizing the real location shooting and hard-hitting action.—
Abid Rahman,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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In every stop on Saturday, Ciattarelli makes a point of emphasizing how his Jersey roots go deeper than his opponent’s.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
30 Oct. 2025
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Because artistic directors are crucial to the flourishing of any fashion house, Dreyfus’ latest also devotes space to highlighting the contributions of Louis Vuitton’s most fearless leaders — who were able to propel the label into the present day while keeping a firm grasp on its inimitable legacy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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Sustainability was a running theme in many of the night’s biggest speeches, with honorees Brandon Sorbom and Ayana Elizabeth Johnson highlighting innovations in clean energy and the urgent need for climate action.—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
31 Oct. 2025
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But let’s be honest—no one wins when the family feuds (word to JAY Z) or when everyone’s secretly stressing about money.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
28 Oct. 2025
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In the news conference before the vote, legislative Republicans said that men's correctional facilities are at 134% of capacity, while women's are at 169% of capacity, which is stressing the system.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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The wide-leg pleated pants are paired with a knit vest top featuring a flattering split hem.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Oct. 2025
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Those videos included some featuring baby and adolescent monkeys whose genitalia were burned and cut off.—
Chris Spargo,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Punctuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuating. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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