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
The exhibition also includes early paintings of Munch’s family (such as a 1888 portrait of his sister Laura looking toward a fjord) and some depictions of women that emphasize feminine beauty (like The Brooch, a 1903 painting of the British violinist Eva Mudocci, who became Munch’s muse).
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Apr. 2025
While these premium services might suggest significantly higher costs, Lewis emphasizes transparency in Bond Vet's pricing model.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
Curtiss repeatedly emphasized the importance of safety at Waymo in developing its software.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Though better laser technology in recent years has improved results and lessened unwanted outcomes such as hypopigmentation, Butler and Goergen emphasized that the outcome does depend on a technician’s knowledge and care.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 9 Apr. 2025
While these premium services might suggest significantly higher costs, Lewis emphasizes transparency in Bond Vet's pricing model.
—Alain Sherter, CBS News, 9 Apr. 2025
Curtiss repeatedly emphasized the importance of safety at Waymo in developing its software.
—Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 2025
Though better laser technology in recent years has improved results and lessened unwanted outcomes such as hypopigmentation, Butler and Goergen emphasized that the outcome does depend on a technician’s knowledge and care.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
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Other sections of the menu highlight Afghan dishes, including the delicious dessert saffron phirni ($8).—
Benjy Egel,
Sacbee.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Kuzmenko’s superb two-way performance highlighted his recent surge for the Kings, who acquired him last month.—
Greg Beacham,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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This performance reinforces their value not just to the Selection Committee, but to analysts, fans, and bettors seeking a competitive edge.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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So everything in films has to be formulaic; the images and the dialogue now reinforce each other to such an absurd degree because audiences are distracted.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
7 Apr. 2025
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There are four championship golf courses; in mid June two will host a stop of the Legends Tour which features players such as Ernie Els and Sir Nick Faldo.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Enjoy peace, quiet, and your very own private pool By Erika Owen April 5, 2025 All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
5 Apr. 2025
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These developments underscore the heightened risks organizations face when maintaining DEI programs amidst evolving federal mandates.—
Jason Wingard,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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And Henderson’s prior cases underscored her willingness to defer to the government on matters of national security and her scant sympathy for the plight of migrants.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
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Above all, experts stressed the importance of using topical sunscreen alongside a photoprotective supplement like PLE.—
Kristen Fischer,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
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The judge stressed that, even after 30 years, public curiosity alone does not justify jeopardizing an active investigation.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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By implementing regenerative agricultural practices, SRI focuses on enhancing soil health, conserving biodiversity, reducing chemical dependency, and promoting water conservation.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
10 Apr. 2025
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Multimillion-dollar residences on the stylish Soho strip enhance the neighborhood’s offerings, providing residents with unmatched dwellings.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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However, the decision to pause for Easter underlines a shift toward recognizing spring holidays as part of broader workplace wellness strategies.—
Gordon G. Chang,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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But the opening scene underlines just how much Joel’s rash, deadly, selfish, ferociously loving decision hangs over these beloved characters.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
7 Apr. 2025
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Over the season’s travails, their chemistry deepens from easy and comfortable to fiercely devoted to movingly tender.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2025
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New characters like Abby (Kaitlyn Dever) and Isaac (Jeffrey Wright) deepen and distort the conviction that the real monsters are within us.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasize. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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