1
as in focus
a special notice or importance given to something
a prep school with a long-established emphasis on sports
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as in intensity
the quality or state of being forceful (as in expression)
the emphasis with which my parents issued the warning about smoking left no doubt that they were serious
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Recent Examples of emphasis
Cardinale places a strong emphasis on the environment as well.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
The formal dining set, which contains plates, bowls, cups, and coffee and tea pots, is glazed in a soft off-white color that keeps the emphasis on the gently curved forms.
—Anna Hezel, Curbed, 1 Nov. 2024
Zelenskyy confirmed that talks with leaders from Iceland, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden focused on bolstering Ukraine's defense strategy, with an emphasis on funding local arms production.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Artistic emphasis dramatically shifts away from an object’s traditional role of delivering specific meaning and toward a viewer’s individualized discernment.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2024
The formal dining set, which contains plates, bowls, cups, and coffee and tea pots, is glazed in a soft off-white color that keeps the emphasis on the gently curved forms.
—Anna Hezel, Curbed, 1 Nov. 2024
Zelenskyy confirmed that talks with leaders from Iceland, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden focused on bolstering Ukraine's defense strategy, with an emphasis on funding local arms production.
—Katya Soldak, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Artistic emphasis dramatically shifts away from an object’s traditional role of delivering specific meaning and toward a viewer’s individualized discernment.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for emphasis
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasis
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Whereas some adaptations place Scrooge firmly at the center of your focus, this one emphasizes the rewards of being part of a community, ranging from warm celebrations full of dancing, food and games to something as simple as a nod and smile to a stranger on the street.Rob Hubbard, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
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Building off this focus on technique, a good strength training program for youth should progress from simple movements to more complex movements and lighter weights to heavier weights, taking into consideration that not all youth will adapt at the same rate.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
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The bright orange-and-red water spouts off the cliff with the visual intensity of a raging forest fire.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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High intensity activities mean fit and brightness are super important.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
Noun
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Do yourself a solid, get a few, and take some of the stress out of holiday travel this season.Joe Jackson, Outside Online, 14 Nov. 2024
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The next step will be on establishing a cause-and-effect relationship between stress and belief systems.Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
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Over time, though, the symptoms usually become unmistakable: staggering, confusion, walking in patterns, extreme weight loss, and an unusual lack of fear toward humans.Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 5 Nov. 2024
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Make sure everything is attached properly to hold weight, especially for pieces that require at-home assembly.Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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Quarterback Fernando Mendoza promised the Bears will quickly turn their attention to Stanford.Jeff Faraudo, The Mercury News, 16 Nov. 2024
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The complaints about the lack of attention to requests from Latino residents and accusations of discrimination will also go to the trial, the judge said.Albinson Linares, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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“Emphasis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasis. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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