as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
punctuated each and every word of his denial with a pound of his fist on the table
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Recent Examples of punctuate
His speech—equal parts policy critique and moral call to action—was punctuated by impassioned readings from the Constitution, testimonies from constituents, and references to civil rights icons.
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Nik Popli, Time, 2 Apr. 2025
This is the conclusion of researchers from the Washington University in St. Louis, who believe such a phenomenon could explain the movement of heat within our hot neighbor and the distribution of the tens of thousands of volcanoes that punctuate its surface.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Despite the way it is sometimes depicted in movies and television, the work of investigative reporting moves slowly, with hours of boredom punctuated by moments of exhilaration that, sometimes, are undone by further research.
—Stephen Engelberg, ProPublica, 31 Mar. 2025
Show after show, labels like Chanel, Rabanne, and Valentino punctuated their high-fashion looks with statement socks—ranging from bright colorful styles, to more ornate versions covered in shimmering crystals or sequins.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
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Nik Popli, Time, 2 Apr. 2025
This is the conclusion of researchers from the Washington University in St. Louis, who believe such a phenomenon could explain the movement of heat within our hot neighbor and the distribution of the tens of thousands of volcanoes that punctuate its surface.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Despite the way it is sometimes depicted in movies and television, the work of investigative reporting moves slowly, with hours of boredom punctuated by moments of exhilaration that, sometimes, are undone by further research.
—Stephen Engelberg, ProPublica, 31 Mar. 2025
Show after show, labels like Chanel, Rabanne, and Valentino punctuated their high-fashion looks with statement socks—ranging from bright colorful styles, to more ornate versions covered in shimmering crystals or sequins.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctuate
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The Blockchain Association emphasizes the lack of developer control over user funds, while Coin Center argues that the defendants’ activity doesn’t justify sanctions liability.—
Andrea Tinianow,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Shearing emphasized that there are no true winners in a tariff war, as higher prices harm consumers and disrupt global supply chains.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The incident triggered a huge pile-up and highlighted Smith's dangerous driving.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Greer blamed China for the economic state and highlighted the deals other countries have struck with the U.S. to be protected from the tariffs.—
Lauren Irwin,
The Hill,
13 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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Despite what surely had to be some angst and frustration, Bubic stressed that he really wasn’t deflated by it.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
6 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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“Punctuate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctuate. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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