as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell
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as in break
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as in feature
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Recent Examples of highlight
Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had given the military until Wednesday to remove content that highlights diversity efforts in its ranks following President Donald Trump's executive order ending those programs across the federal government.
—arkansasonline.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Then Jaylin Stewart lit a fire under the Huskies with a play sure to be on every highlight show.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 Mar. 2025
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Verb
With over 6,000 wineries in 65 appellations, Bordeaux can be a confusing category for wine drinkers, especially when faced with dozens of lookalike bottles on a store shelf, so the 2025 Cru Bourgeois du Médoc helps cut through the fog and highlights the best of the best.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 9 Mar. 2025
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had given the military until Wednesday to remove content that highlights diversity efforts in its ranks following President Donald Trump's executive order ending those programs across the federal government.
—arkansasonline.com, 8 Mar. 2025
Noun
The song is a highlight from their upcoming collaborative album, Send a Prayer My Way, due April 18 via Matador Records.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 6 Mar. 2025
Then Jaylin Stewart lit a fire under the Huskies with a play sure to be on every highlight show.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
Verb
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To Begin Developing This Trait: Practice presenting data to different audiences, and emphasize the human element of change management.—
Ben Jones,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Whitaker emphasized that a key part of his role would be pushing NATO members to meet Trump's demand to invest at least 5% of their GDP in defense.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Harden was purposeful with his play in going 14-for-24 from the field, six-for-13 from three-point range and 16-for-20 from the free-throw line for a Clippers team that has been in a tailspin since the All-Star break.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2025
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Seeing its initial advantage on the boards evaporate, UConn went into the break trailing, 37-33.—
Joe Arruda,
Hartford Courant,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Elizabeth Olsen doesn’t appreciate Alicia Vikander meddling in her plan to start a family in the trailer for the sci-fi feature The Assessment.—
Ryan Gajewski,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Feb. 2025
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Zoho Books makes a strong case for itself with its affordability and expansive features.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Professor Sawhney stressed that these applications are not standalone solutions but part of a broader AI ecosystem, combining traditional machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI to deliver optimal results.—
Taarini Kaur Dang,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Kang stressed this finding is supported by public records as well as materials provided by the government.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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From urban landmarks to cutting-edge retail environments, companies that invest in immersive design, storytelling, and technology are setting themselves apart while driving significant growth.—
Rhett Power,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
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Our panelists will also address the challenges the community faces, from gentrification to the erasure of its cultural landmarks, and why the recovery of this legacy is vital for both Altadena and Hollywood's futures.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The city has an opportunity to build an international attraction that would resonate for generations to come, Warren told a crowd of supporters at the Bears current home, 100-year-old Soldier Field.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2025
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Sharing a bed, for example, is quite the talking point and speaking bluntly about your attraction to someone is downright gasp-worthy.—
Lily Ford,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Tatis collected three hits in the clincher, two home runs in the Padres’ Game 2 win over the Dodgers in the NLDS in Los Angeles and another blast in the second inning of the Padres’ Game 3 win at Petco Park.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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The clincher comes when Ricky steals his brother’s car, driving it without a license and insurance, and, after building to an almost unbearable level of tension, the story takes a shocking and quite unexpectedly violent turn.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
27 Jan. 2025
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As this trilogy capper's title suggests, attempts at peace between apes and humans have failed miserably.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
23 Feb. 2025
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For Chappell Roan, this is going to be the capper to an amazing year.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
2 Feb. 2025
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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