as in emphasizing
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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Recent Examples of highlighting
The Colorado State Patrol is launching a new awareness campaign in April, highlighting common causes of crashes due to distracted driving.
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Christa Swanson, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Welcome to the high school baseball edition of the Fastball, a Star-Telegram series highlighting Fort Worth-area teams.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
The playful breed-guessing challenge has captivated dog lovers, highlighting how diverse mixed-breed dogs can be—and how much personality can hint at ancestry.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The yearlong celebration will feature exhibitions and communitywide activities throughout the city, highlighting Joliet’s role as the Illinois gateway to Route 66.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
The invitation also ties directly to America 250 celebrations, with congressional leaders highlighting the symbolic weight of the moment.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 1 Apr. 2026
In a video lesson, psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk emphasizes the importance of compassion when interacting with trauma survivors, highlighting that seemingly negative behaviors may be coping mechanisms for deep emotional pain and urging us to consider their struggles before passing judgment.
—Big Think, 1 Apr. 2026
The study also showed that 60% of ticket purchases attributed to TikTok advertising came from audiences not reached by linear television, highlighting the platform’s ability to expand a film’s audience rather than simply duplicate reach.
—Partner Content, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Nearly two years later, the victims shared their stories in court, highlighting the long-lasting trauma and wide-ranging impacts of deepfake abuse.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Christa Swanson, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026
Welcome to the high school baseball edition of the Fastball, a Star-Telegram series highlighting Fort Worth-area teams.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Apr. 2026
The playful breed-guessing challenge has captivated dog lovers, highlighting how diverse mixed-breed dogs can be—and how much personality can hint at ancestry.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The yearlong celebration will feature exhibitions and communitywide activities throughout the city, highlighting Joliet’s role as the Illinois gateway to Route 66.
—Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
The invitation also ties directly to America 250 celebrations, with congressional leaders highlighting the symbolic weight of the moment.
—Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 1 Apr. 2026
In a video lesson, psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk emphasizes the importance of compassion when interacting with trauma survivors, highlighting that seemingly negative behaviors may be coping mechanisms for deep emotional pain and urging us to consider their struggles before passing judgment.
—Big Think, 1 Apr. 2026
The study also showed that 60% of ticket purchases attributed to TikTok advertising came from audiences not reached by linear television, highlighting the platform’s ability to expand a film’s audience rather than simply duplicate reach.
—Partner Content, Variety, 1 Apr. 2026
Nearly two years later, the victims shared their stories in court, highlighting the long-lasting trauma and wide-ranging impacts of deepfake abuse.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlighting
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Yasaka, the casual all day dining emphasizing wood fire and charcoal grilling, and ten person French omakase kappo counter Ren (the one to book).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Apr. 2026
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Windham agreed, emphasizing that although there may be some truth behind the claim, finding balance in your daily nutrition is always key.—
Eleesha Lockett,
Verywell Health,
2 Apr. 2026
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Despite the team’s struggles, the underlying metrics and flashes on tape showed a quarterback capable of stressing defenses in multiple ways.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Coach Erik Spoelstra in recent days has insisted that the Heat only can be the best version of themselves with Powell and Herro thriving as starters, stressing a commitment to such an approach, one now again derailed at least for another night.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Mar. 2026
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The state’s largest botanic garden is celebrating the opening of a new woodland geared toward children, featuring artworks by local artists ages 2 to 18.—
Pedro Moura,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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The festival is split between Auditorium Stravinski and Montreux Jazz Lab, with most nights featuring at least two artists on the bill.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Highlighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlighting. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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