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as in emphasizes
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 intensifies
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in reinforces
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 accentuates
Sharing the stage with Warren only accentuates what his performance is missing.
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Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Among other symptoms, dehydration can make your skin lose elasticity and cause dryness that accentuates fine lines and wrinkles.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Ground flax, also known as flax meal, binds this batter together and accentuates the nutty taste of oats.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Thanks to its clean and simple lines and flattering cut, the dress subtly accentuates the midsection, providing comfort and definition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
The most iconic pieces in the collection are undoubtedly the outerwear, which beautifully accentuates the figure, paired with midi pencil skirts that sculpt the silhouette, embodying a refined sensuality.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Consider the other colors in the space and select a washable rug that accentuates those colors.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
But Butler’s debut signified the Warriors’ most hopeful moment in months, an introduction of a superstar who seems to blend well into their system, helps solve their biggest weaknesses and accentuates Curry, who has been dying for a co-star for a few seasons.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Their fit-and-flare silhouette accentuates all the right places.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Among other symptoms, dehydration can make your skin lose elasticity and cause dryness that accentuates fine lines and wrinkles.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Ground flax, also known as flax meal, binds this batter together and accentuates the nutty taste of oats.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Thanks to its clean and simple lines and flattering cut, the dress subtly accentuates the midsection, providing comfort and definition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
The most iconic pieces in the collection are undoubtedly the outerwear, which beautifully accentuates the figure, paired with midi pencil skirts that sculpt the silhouette, embodying a refined sensuality.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Consider the other colors in the space and select a washable rug that accentuates those colors.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2025
But Butler’s debut signified the Warriors’ most hopeful moment in months, an introduction of a superstar who seems to blend well into their system, helps solve their biggest weaknesses and accentuates Curry, who has been dying for a co-star for a few seasons.
—Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 9 Feb. 2025
Their fit-and-flare silhouette accentuates all the right places.
—Emily Weaver, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuates
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In an era dominated by CGI, Hung emphasizes the physical authenticity that defined Hong Kong action while acknowledging modern techniques.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2025
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Rooks emphasizes the plight of Black educators, who disproportionately lost their positions in Brown’s aftermath because of school consolidations.—
Justin Driver,
The Atlantic,
15 Mar. 2025
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As climate change intensifies large-scale wildfires in the Sierra Nevada mountains, the invisible work of scientists becomes even more critical to the protection of public lands, Townsend says.—
Dua Anjum,
Rolling Stone,
14 Mar. 2025
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What to Know The latest funding threat comes as the administration intensifies its oversight of academic institutions.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
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Covering such varied stories reinforces the importance of empathy and understanding in storytelling.—
Austin American-Statesman,
Austin American-Statesman,
23 Dec. 2024
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This approach ensures that the podcast reinforces the company's core values and mission in a way that resonates with employees.—
Fatima Zaidi,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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This enhances staff efficiency, focusing their efforts on critical tasks, ensuring only authorized access to sensitive areas.—
Chris Ciabarra,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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This exclusivity enhances the desirability of these products and immerses consumers into identity shaping communities.—
Rafael Schwarz,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Lee stresses the importance of data, policy, and private investment.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Dainese Massimo Varese, the R&D Director of the Dainese Group, stresses that safety would not be sacrificed in this process.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 Jan. 2025
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The sun joining Neptune heightens your intuition tenfold.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
19 Mar. 2025
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The latest development heightens tensions between Lamont and lawmakers, who have battled over spending controls and growing needs in core public services.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
19 Mar. 2025
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This week’s Pitchfork Selects playlist features Yaya Bey, Maria Somerville, Tortoise, Anthony Naples, Niontay, and more.—
Pitchfork,
Pitchfork,
31 Mar. 2025
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The event features deliberations among NFL officials, owners, team presidents and coaches about league policies and playing rules.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Intimacy deepens slowly over time, beginning with more superficial details, then progressing to personal attitudes and eventually leading to deeper emotions and experiences.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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As the collection progresses, the palette deepens to moss greens and midnight blues, with textures enriches from playful sheerness to substantial leather and Mongolian shearling.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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