as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell
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as in climax
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as in feature
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Recent Examples of highlight
Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2025
Flagg played well, with a couple of nice defensive plays, including a highlight-reel block that led to a dunk by Anthony Davis.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
It was established to highlight the suffering Native tribes in North America under European colonization.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Williams said Tuesday’s dedication of an equipment room in his name is the highlight of his working career.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 8 Oct. 2025
Flagg played well, with a couple of nice defensive plays, including a highlight-reel block that led to a dunk by Anthony Davis.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Oct. 2025
Noun
Together, the companies’ participation at Mipcom highlights the rapid growth of the microdrama business as Chinese studios and platforms position short-form series for global distribution.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
It was established to highlight the suffering Native tribes in North America under European colonization.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlight
Verb
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Organizers emphasized that they are trained in deescalation and the event is meant to be a nonviolent protest.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
12 Oct. 2025
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Petrino said ball security, especially by the quarterback, needs to be emphasized in practice.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the climax, the yacht docks in Norway, and everyone disembarks.—
Keith Langston,
PEOPLE,
11 Oct. 2025
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How to Watch Finland vs Lithuania Finland faces a gleaming opportunity to qualify for its first World Cup as UEFA qualifying nears a climax, with the Eagle-owls set to host Lithuania on Thursday.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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New episodes drop every Wednesday and feature interviews with artists and personalities like Lainey Wilson, Hardy, Charley Crockett, Gavin Adcock, Amanda Shires, Margo Price, Dusty Slay, Lukas Nelson, Ashley Monroe, Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor, and Clever.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Oct. 2025
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The doc feature records a news report on Taj Erlander, Swedish prime minister during much of Wallenberg’s imprisonment, admitting as much, conceding that his government had failed one of its greatest citizens by not pressing hard for his release.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These demonstrations also stress a commitment to nonviolence.—
Cate Charron,
IndyStar,
15 Oct. 2025
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Plants spend all of their energy on flowering, so dividing during bloom time can stress their root development.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Vegas never trailed in the series clincher, building a 30-21 lead by the end of the first quarter on 55% shooting.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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Skubal stumbled in his one potential clincher, Game 5 of last year’s Division Series in Cleveland.—
Levi Weaver,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Odds are there's crumbs or improperly stored food that's caused the attraction, especially for ants and flies.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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The ancient structure is a must-visit attraction and a symbol of China’s rich cultural heritage.—
Lorenzino Estrada,
AZCentral.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Sabi Ruttgers found the end zone three times, including the capper off a pass from Davis, as Fairview topped 60 points for the third time this season.—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
12 Oct. 2025
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End The Day With A Memorable Meal The perfect capper to a day in Sebastian is dinner at one of the city’s many waterfront restaurants.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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The role became a turning point in his career, showing him a world where physical appearance didn’t limit his casting opportunities.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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Volunteering at the Great American Beer Festival in Colorado was a turning point.—
Ella Cobb,
Denver Post,
10 Oct. 2025
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“Highlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlight. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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