emphasize

verb

em·pha·size ˈem(p)-fə-ˌsīz

emphasized; emphasizing

Synonyms of emphasize next

transitive verb

: to place emphasis on : stress

emphasized the need for reform

Examples of emphasize in a Sentence

supermarket tabloids that emphasize sensational news stories that huge belt buckle only emphasizes his big gut

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In his press conference after the meeting, Fed chairman Jay Powell emphasized that since September, data on both inflation and the growth of the economy have come in somewhat stronger than expected, indicating that less monetary ... —

Steven B. Kamin, National Review, 2 Jan. 2025 In later years, Buzzati tended to emphasize the novel’s origins in his boring job on the night desk. —

Christopher Tayler, Harper's Magazine, 2 Jan. 2025 Mike Faulk, press secretary for outgoing Washington Governor , emphasized the state's commitment to defending its immigrant community. —

Dan Gooding, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025 The artist emphasized that her image represents all political prisoners worldwide. —

Leilah Babirye, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for emphasize