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
With demand rising for weight-loss drugs, Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks emphasized the need for tax policies, such as those from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Job Act, to be extended or improved in order to make this happen.
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Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Feb. 2025
Google emphasizes that while SafetyCore brings the architecture to scan your photos, the scanning itself is done separately, for example with the Sensitive Content warnings rolling out this year, and that it’s all done on device.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The discovery emphasizes the need for protection measures due to the species’ sensitivity to environmental disturbances.
—Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 28 Feb. 2025
Either way, the observations emphasize the fact that our Milky Way galaxy and the Andromeda galaxy have experienced significantly different histories.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 28 Feb. 2025
Google emphasizes that while SafetyCore brings the architecture to scan your photos, the scanning itself is done separately, for example with the Sensitive Content warnings rolling out this year, and that it’s all done on device.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
The discovery emphasizes the need for protection measures due to the species’ sensitivity to environmental disturbances.
—Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 28 Feb. 2025
Either way, the observations emphasize the fact that our Milky Way galaxy and the Andromeda galaxy have experienced significantly different histories.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emphasize
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The White House released a fact sheet on Friday that highlighted a 2005 New York Times article lamenting the U.S. trade deficit and a 2009 statement from famed Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker blaming the Great Recession on trade imbalances.—
Haisten Willis,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Apr. 2025
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Öztürk, a former Fulbright scholar in a doctoral program at Tufts University, was stunned to find out in early March that she had been targeted by a pro-Israel group that highlighted an op-ed she co-wrote last year criticizing the school’s response to the war in Gaza.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
13 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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In terms of construction, Rolex has reinforced the bracelet using ceramic inserts at the first articulated link to limit stretch over time.—
Steven Rogers,
Robb Report,
7 Apr. 2025
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Her personalized pair featured tons of colorful gemstones inspired by Ballerini's past musical eras as well as song titles from Patterns and Rolling Up the Welcome Mat (For Good) .—
Michelle Lee,
People.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The playlist features a mix of entertaining and educational songs.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
17 Apr. 2025
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This release from OpenAI underscores the rapid iteration cycles in the AI space, demanding continuous evaluation of model capabilities, cost structures and alignment with business objectives.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Ives walked out to take his bow, stretching the tee with both hands as if to underscore his statement.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vogue,
14 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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In 2023, Williams, who had picked up beat-making as a hobby during the pandemic, sought to deepen his understanding of the form and his long-standing attachment to innovators such as Dilla.—
Sheldon Pearce,
The New Yorker,
22 Mar. 2025
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As the recession deepened and unemployment shot higher, the interest and the penalties on Natale’s loans compounded much faster than her ability to move up the ladder to higher paying jobs.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN,
21 Mar. 2025
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“Emphasize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emphasize. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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