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
So here’s Correa, punctuating 30 intense minutes of defense that stretches dugout to dugout, foul line to foul line at Clover Park.
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Tim Britton, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
There are dozens of picturesque villages punctuating the landscapes in and around the mountains, making plentiful pit stops a must on your journey through the Dolomites.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Carpenter accessorized with peep-toe mules, punctuating her look with her go-to blonde curls.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Delivered with an ease that flirts with comedy, it can be taken as humor punctuating drama.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
There were no laughs, with the audience remaining silent and punctuating parts of Kimmel’s speech with a big applause.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
The landscaping throughout the property is fitting for the locale, with select cacti and succulents punctuating pathways.
—Kristine Thomason, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
The Drop Heel is a bold accent and is a new signature for Jimmy Choo, punctuating a wide range of their latest styles from pumps and sandals to boots.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Even without gimmicks, shooting never feels like an afterthought, with tense firefights punctuating methodical exploration.
—PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
Tim Britton, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
There are dozens of picturesque villages punctuating the landscapes in and around the mountains, making plentiful pit stops a must on your journey through the Dolomites.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 8 Feb. 2026
Carpenter accessorized with peep-toe mules, punctuating her look with her go-to blonde curls.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 4 Feb. 2026
Delivered with an ease that flirts with comedy, it can be taken as humor punctuating drama.
—Jp Mangalindan, Time, 27 Jan. 2026
There were no laughs, with the audience remaining silent and punctuating parts of Kimmel’s speech with a big applause.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 26 Jan. 2026
The landscaping throughout the property is fitting for the locale, with select cacti and succulents punctuating pathways.
—Kristine Thomason, Outside, 11 Jan. 2026
The Drop Heel is a bold accent and is a new signature for Jimmy Choo, punctuating a wide range of their latest styles from pumps and sandals to boots.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Even without gimmicks, shooting never feels like an afterthought, with tense firefights punctuating methodical exploration.
—PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuating
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Dalrymple says East Coast clients frequently want to use their outdoor spaces far into the chilly months, emphasizing wood-burning fireplaces and patio heaters.—
Megan Johnson,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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What readers are saying The conversation explores the impact of a holistic understanding of AI on students' learning experiences, with many participants emphasizing the importance of foundational skills before delving into AI.—
Rebecca Winthrop,
Washington Post,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Here’s an alternative view of the same period, this time highlighting the key weekly moving averages (13-week, 26-week, and 40-week) along with a 14-week RSI in the bottom panel.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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At least, that’s what TikTok’s most recent POV trend is highlighting.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Apply the rule of one-third when mowing to prevent stressing the existing grass.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
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Saudi Arabia has stepped up direct engagement with Iran to try and contain a war in the Middle East that is causing havoc and stressing global markets, according to several European officials.—
Donato Paolo Mancini,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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With the official arrival of spring next week, a new section of trail in Clear Creek Canyon featuring soaring rock walls and cascading rapids is beckoning Front Range runners, cyclists, walkers and families with baby strollers.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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Check out our Sea Camp series and our limited run Sea Camp newsletter, featuring deep dives into research, cute critters and games!—
Berly McCoy,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Punctuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuating. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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