spotlighting

present participle of spotlight

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlighting
Verb
  • The deal with Showbox sees the two partners co-producing Korean-language shows, initially focusing on remakes of ReelShort’s existing content, then expanding into original IP.
    Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 19 June 2026
  • By focusing on legacy component replication, the company aims to reduce dependency on fragile global supply chains and shorten repair timelines for aging defense systems.
    Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • True investment success hinges on identifying this crucial gap between what the market anticipates and what a company delivers, emphasizing that price discipline is paramount, regardless of a business's inherent quality.
    Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • Tomato Wilt Due To Water Stress The first step to managing tomato wilt is identifying the cause of the problem.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • However, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy on Thursday warned that safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz would only be permitted via routes designated by Tehran, highlighting that risks to the key shipping lane remain.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 25 June 2026
  • The show includes photos, cultural projects, personal stories and more, highlighting the establishment and development of the Hmong community in Minnesota.
    Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • The memorial’s wall featuring the 98 names will be completed first, and the canopy feature will be completed and funded at a later date, Diaz said.
    Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 24 June 2026
  • There will be a three-day retrospective of Rajamouli’s work at the French Cinematheque from June 26 to 26, featuring a masterclass with the director on June 27.
    Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Hyaluronic acid helps draw moisture into the skin, which can reduce the likelihood of powder settling into fine lines or emphasizing dryness.
    Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • Pennick and Kathy Elgas had — yet again — bantered that very morning over his reticence to adopt another cat, with the volunteer emphasizing the overwhelming need and Pennick stressing his need to protect his heart from the inevitable pain of a cat eventually dying.
    Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026
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“Spotlighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotlighting. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.

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