spotlighting

Definition of spotlightingnext
present participle of spotlight

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlighting
Verb
  • And again, as with hair shedding, lifestyle changes — such as focusing on scalp hygiene and stress reduction, and skipping tight hairstyles — can make a big difference.
    Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
  • In her role, Tyson will lead day-to-day financial matters, overseeing all fiscal operations and long-term financial planning, focusing on budgeting, forecasting and revenue distribution.
    Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The site functions as a public service that allows the creator to stay mentally engaged while identifying trends and connections between stories that might otherwise go unnoticed by those too busy to consume multiple news sources.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Spring weather on the Front Range can be invigorating, but for Paton and Payton, April beauty is identifying a mid-round pick who becomes an impact player.
    Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The Colorado State Patrol is launching a new awareness campaign in April, highlighting common causes of crashes due to distracted driving.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Welcome to the high school baseball edition of the Fastball, a Star-Telegram series highlighting Fort Worth-area teams.
    Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The state’s largest botanic garden is celebrating the opening of a new woodland geared toward children, featuring artworks by local artists ages 2 to 18.
    Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026
  • The festival is split between Auditorium Stravinski and Montreux Jazz Lab, with most nights featuring at least two artists on the bill.
    Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • Yasaka, the casual all day dining emphasizing wood fire and charcoal grilling, and ten person French omakase kappo counter Ren (the one to book).
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Windham agreed, emphasizing that although there may be some truth behind the claim, finding balance in your daily nutrition is always key.
    Eleesha Lockett, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Spotlighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spotlighting. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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