as in concentrated
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as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
let's accentuate the saxophones during this piece by having the sax players stand up
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as in intensified
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in emphasized
to make more apparent
unfortunately, the new bedspread just accentuates the dinginess of the curtains behind the bed
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Recent Examples of accentuated
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Rear space is excellent, with plenty of legroom and headroom, accentuated by the panoramic sunroof.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Even Stefani’s makeup and glam accentuated her signature punk style.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Apr. 2025
Steinfeld accentuated her modern gothic look with a pair of pointed toe heels courtesy of Rodo.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025
The company accentuated the positive about Spectrum's debut, saying the 95-foot-tall (28 meters) rocket performed quite well overall.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The couple shared pictures of Jackson in a gown that accentuated her growing belly.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025
That’s a lot of Cher, and it’s accentuated by the fact that even though there is a chronological arc to the show, all three actors occasionally appear on stage together to discuss, even argue about, aspects of her life.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2025
This loft echoes the area’s artistic roots with bright peachy paint accentuated by tonal artwork and accents.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2025
Verb
In this environment, difference was accentuated.
—Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Rear space is excellent, with plenty of legroom and headroom, accentuated by the panoramic sunroof.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
Even Stefani’s makeup and glam accentuated her signature punk style.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Apr. 2025
Steinfeld accentuated her modern gothic look with a pair of pointed toe heels courtesy of Rodo.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Apr. 2025
The company accentuated the positive about Spectrum's debut, saying the 95-foot-tall (28 meters) rocket performed quite well overall.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 31 Mar. 2025
The couple shared pictures of Jackson in a gown that accentuated her growing belly.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 24 Mar. 2025
That’s a lot of Cher, and it’s accentuated by the fact that even though there is a chronological arc to the show, all three actors occasionally appear on stage together to discuss, even argue about, aspects of her life.
—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 20 Mar. 2025
This loft echoes the area’s artistic roots with bright peachy paint accentuated by tonal artwork and accents.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuated
Adjective
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Formal compliance with the Howey test does not negate the risks of concentrated ownership, inadequate disclosures, or public confusion over the token’s purpose and legitimacy.—
Tonya M. Evans,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The new funding is part of a concentrated drive in the past few years to revive the once-thriving industrial town as developers look to infuse it with a series of modern apartment and mixed-use projects.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The stock market endured its worst day of the year this week and fears of a recession have intensified.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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The debate intensified as the bill included cuts to non-defense spending while increasing defense spending by $6 billion.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The researchers emphasized that this system must be incredibly efficient, as squid can use the energy to alter their entire body’s appearance underwater where only low levels of light can penetrate.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2025
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Pelosi emphasized that appropriations leaders Rosa DeLauro and Patty Murray had presented a better alternative — a four-week extension to allow for continued negotiations.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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He was charged with two counts of aggravated manslaughter, two counts of vehicular homicide, evidence tampering and leaving the scene of an accident.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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There have also been drops in aggravated assaults, rapes and armed robberies, according to CMPD’s data.—
Jeff A. Chamer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There isn’t one specific, universal food that people should avoid to get rid of chronic pain, Strath stressed.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
3 Jan. 2025
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Yet, the ultimate surprise was feeling stressed by policy demands.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Your Spidey sense is heightened.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2025
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While Istanbul was not impacted, the devastation in southern Turkey heightened fears of a similar quake with experts citing the city’s proximity to fault lines.—
Mehmet Guzel,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Verb
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However, the company has since reinforced its long-term commitment to the country and made great efforts to restore its standing in the local market.—
Tianwei Zhang,
WWD,
6 Jan. 2025
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This tendency is reinforced throughout our lives.—
Dr. Sunita Sah,
TIME,
4 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The ad featured the album title and release date in a bold red font.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
27 Jan. 2025
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Last year's Uber Eats' Super Bowl commercial featured Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, David and Victoria Beckham, Jelly Roll and Usher.—
Sabrina Weiss,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Accentuated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuated. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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