as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
the town's promotional literature accents its vital role in American history
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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 -
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
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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
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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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During her record-breaking Eras Tour in Miami in October, Swift debuted a new version of her snake catsuit by Roberto Cavalli for the Reputation set that also featured intertwining snakes across the front.—
Escher Walcott,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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But deep relaxation can even be achieved by just lying around the 82-foot-long pool surrounded by dark walls punctuated by a sprinkling of lights.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Its 57 rooms are punctuated with black and white photo prints and green furniture, while the communal spaces—notably the open-plan lobby featuring Grand Stark Deli and the Study Hall—welcome locals and visitors alike.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Accented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accented. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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