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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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 diverse lineup includes classic slashers, sci-fi flicks, supernatural tales and psychological thrillers that emphasize the range of stories that can be told using genre language and the widening definition of genre cinema.
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Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
These messages, along with other pro-Harris ads aimed at men, reinforced some traditional gender norms, but emphasized men's responsibility to support the women in their lives as much as their own empowerment.
—Meredith Conroy, ABC News, 19 Nov. 2024
How Juntos keeps its food affordable The workshops were designed to emphasize to participants that healthy food can also be cultural food and to introduce low-cost suggestions for accessing local produce, such as the mobile farmer’s market Farm Express.
—Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024
The streamer emphasized that each version of the show has been changed to fit different cultures.
—Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
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Jamie Lang, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
These messages, along with other pro-Harris ads aimed at men, reinforced some traditional gender norms, but emphasized men's responsibility to support the women in their lives as much as their own empowerment.
—Meredith Conroy, ABC News, 19 Nov. 2024
How Juntos keeps its food affordable The workshops were designed to emphasize to participants that healthy food can also be cultural food and to introduce low-cost suggestions for accessing local produce, such as the mobile farmer’s market Farm Express.
—Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 19 Nov. 2024
The streamer emphasized that each version of the show has been changed to fit different cultures.
—Nicole Fell, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
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Don’t leave it to chance—highlight your successes and provide specific examples.Mark Murphy, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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The lawsuit, initially lodged in October 2024, highlights how NASCAR allegedly maintains a monopoly over the top-tier stock car racing series in the United States, a violation of the Sherman Antitrust Act.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
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My own moral courage, my backbone, has been reinforced, actually, in making this film, because there is a real moral clarity to this issue.Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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But more than just his talents with a brush, the film’s Greek chorus of experts from artistic and theological corners of the world reinforce the belief that da Vinci was also one of mankind’s greatest thinkers with an insatiable thirst for knowledge.Hunter Ingram, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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For that reason, the store scheduled a free discussion last night featuring a panel set to include Ra Avis, Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy, Luis Garcia, Ahmanise Sanati, and Christopher Soto.Erik Pedersen, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
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Here are some of our favorite products featuring this tingly spice, as well as some novel ways to make the most of it in your kitchen.Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
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But the thrill of the action sequences just underscores the hollowness of the rest of the enterprise.Alison Willmore, Vulture, 11 Nov. 2024
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That comparison underscores the appreciation within Dinkytown over Garcia’s decision to remain with the Gophers.Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2024
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Three more benchmarks stress the CPU, using all available cores and threads to rate a PC's suitability for processor-intensive workloads.PCMAG, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024
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Many turn to their devices when bored or stressed, much like an adult pacifier.Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
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Perfect pairings: As an Eau de Toilette, Cherry Blossom benefits significantly from thoughtful layering to enhance its delicate nature and extend its presence throughout the day.Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 22 Nov. 2024
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This will allow telcos to establish themselves as trusted partners in their business customers’ digital transformation, enhancing engagement and boosting retention while remaining profitable, innovative and resilient for years to come.Carmen Ene, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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This combination of warm, intense hues underlines the fact that red is always at the forefront of dominant colors, infusing the look with a bold, modern energy.Asia Bieuville, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024
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Volatility like this underlines why using betting markets to gauge the status of the presidential race is tricky.Nathan Bomey, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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And Trump’s involvement with the crypto industry could continue to deepen.Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
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As the moon harmonizes with the sun, keep things light to deepen your bond!USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasize. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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