1
as in to highlight
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories
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2
as in to reinforce
to make more apparent
that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut
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Recent Examples of emphasize
Fischer emphasized that measles is the most contagious infectious disease known to humans, even compared to other dangerous diseases like tuberculosis.
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 2 May 2025
Fremont’s 2024 Homelessness Response Plan emphasized prevention, housing and outreach.
—David Bonaccorsi, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Scrolling Instagram and TikTok was damaging enough to my self-worth prior to pregnancy, but there’s nothing quite like seeing a fitness or lifestyle influencer emphasizing the flatness of their abs mere weeks after delivery to demolish your confidence.
—Michelle Konstantinovsky, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
The partnership also emphasizes Amiri’s growth and focus on the Latin American region.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 2 May 2025
Fremont’s 2024 Homelessness Response Plan emphasized prevention, housing and outreach.
—David Bonaccorsi, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025
Scrolling Instagram and TikTok was damaging enough to my self-worth prior to pregnancy, but there’s nothing quite like seeing a fitness or lifestyle influencer emphasizing the flatness of their abs mere weeks after delivery to demolish your confidence.
—Michelle Konstantinovsky, SELF, 22 Apr. 2025
The partnership also emphasizes Amiri’s growth and focus on the Latin American region.
—Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
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Several commenters highlighted the irony, given dolls' recent emergence as a flashpoint in debates over tariffs and trade policy, and the toymaker's recent decision to raise its prices.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The International Energy Agency highlighted that, renewables accounted for 30% of global electricity generation in 2023.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
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Acknowledgement: Recognizing people’s contributions, even with a simple thank-you, reinforces a sense of value and belonging.—
Aparna Rae,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Will Campbell reinforce a rotation of edge rushers that lost Josh Sweat and Brandon Graham in the offseason?—
Brooks Kubena,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Alongside original members Tim Gane and Laetitia Sadier, Instant Holograms on Metal Film features contributions from Cooper Crain, Rob Frye, Ben LaMar Gay, Ric Elsworth, Holger Zapf, Marie Merlet, and Molly Read.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
29 Apr. 2025
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The building itself includes 24-hour concierge service and features a gracious lobby with a residents’ lounge.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2025
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Residents of the region have long sought resolutions and recourse to this toxic calamity, especially after the EPA’s risk assessment tools underscored the links between nearby chemical exposure and poor health outcomes.—
Henna Hundal,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The 30-minute briefing was added to the public schedule to underscore what the White House considers to be Trump’s accomplishments regarding immigration.—
Naomi Lim,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2025
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Adobe executives stressed the importance of understanding each model’s strengths and nuances to achieve optimal results.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Despite the rising rate of PPD potentially reflecting improved screening and diagnosis practices, the study stresses the importance of developing and implementing interventions to prevent the condition.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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The recently operational Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link) further enhances accessibility to South Mumbai.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
4 May 2025
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By replacing human workers with AI tools, Intuit aims to enhance efficiency and stay competitive in the rapidly evolving fintech sector.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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There are also lessons that underline the enduring benefits of remembrance.—
Mark Sappenfield,
Christian Science Monitor,
2 May 2025
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Trump administration officials have underlined the importance of recruiting top global talent.—
David L. Di Maria,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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Grief can soften us and deepen our empathy or bring on rage and isolation.—
Friends of Karen,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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By undertaking feats that were once considered impossible, like sequencing an entire human genome, cancer researchers have deepened their understanding of the disease in its many forms.—
Alexis Kayser,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasize. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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