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as in emphasizes
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
let's accentuate the saxophones during this piece by having the sax players stand up
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as in intensifies
to make markedly greater in measure or degree
the foul weather merely accentuated my feelings of depression
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as in reinforces
to make more apparent
unfortunately, the new bedspread just accentuates the dinginess of the curtains behind the bed
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Recent Examples of accentuates
It’s made from soft, stretchy mesh fabric and has a slim fit that accentuates all the right places.
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Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
In a series of photos, the teenager can be seen wearing a pink tank top dress that accentuates her growing bump.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Rounded benches and warm wood wall panels flow into circular ceilings, while soft lighting accentuates the geometry and the warmth of the wood.
—Katharina Kotrba, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
That Sue is by far the most compelling character to watch, however, accentuates how poorly developed the rest of them are.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Sharing the stage with Warren only accentuates what his performance is missing.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Among other symptoms, dehydration can make your skin lose elasticity and cause dryness that accentuates fine lines and wrinkles.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Ground flax, also known as flax meal, binds this batter together and accentuates the nutty taste of oats.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Thanks to its clean and simple lines and flattering cut, the dress subtly accentuates the midsection, providing comfort and definition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
In a series of photos, the teenager can be seen wearing a pink tank top dress that accentuates her growing bump.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
Rounded benches and warm wood wall panels flow into circular ceilings, while soft lighting accentuates the geometry and the warmth of the wood.
—Katharina Kotrba, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
That Sue is by far the most compelling character to watch, however, accentuates how poorly developed the rest of them are.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 15 Aug. 2025
Sharing the stage with Warren only accentuates what his performance is missing.
—Shania Russell, EW.com, 7 Apr. 2025
Among other symptoms, dehydration can make your skin lose elasticity and cause dryness that accentuates fine lines and wrinkles.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Ground flax, also known as flax meal, binds this batter together and accentuates the nutty taste of oats.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025
Thanks to its clean and simple lines and flattering cut, the dress subtly accentuates the midsection, providing comfort and definition.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for accentuates
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Unlike traditional firms that lock clients into multi-year deals, Anderson emphasizes adaptability.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 2025
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This principle emphasizes the importance of proactive care.—
Kristen Moon,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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This comparison gets intense in organizational settings because workplaces have a clear hierarchy, which intensifies comparisons.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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As climate change intensifies natural disasters, states across the US have been mandating that home sellers disclose risks such as flooding.—
Bloomberg,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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The bill conflates ethics with tax relief and reinforces the idea that lawmakers need a sweet treat to behave ethically.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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That, too, is a supportive development that reinforces the potential for further upside.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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Our 20th anniversary retrospective, compiled by contributing editor Mary Scott, highlights many of these notable game-changers featured on our cover pages.—
Naazneen Karmali,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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At the same time, the steady growth of domestic species reflects our push for productivity but also highlights unsustainable demands for land, feed, and water.—
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New Atlas,
7 Sep. 2025
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In addition, the Pilot Pack ($3,400) enhances the Polestar 2’s safety features with 360-degree cameras, adaptive cruise control and more.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
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Treating technology migration and cultural integration as complementary strategies reduces friction and enhances adoption.—
Benjamin Niaulin,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Gao stresses that there is no off-the-shelf technology solution for this pace, but data is the key input.—
Jamie Gutfreund,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Framework stresses that, without policy actions, strategic plans risk moving in different directions, lose coherence or fall away.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But in an era in which proximity to a city center heightens exchange value, gentrifiers simply have a better leg to stand on.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Sep. 2025
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Once Mars enters Scorpio, however, your fifth house of passion heightens your desires, magnetism and attraction.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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An upstairs gallery features goods from regional artisans, and every Saturday night, the store turns into a music venue with a live bluegrass show that’s broadcast all over the world.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Lovevook Tote features a padded laptop compartment and multiple interior pockets, accommodating everything from a wallet to lip gloss.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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“Accentuates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accentuates. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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