accents 1 of 2

noun

Definition of accentsnext
plural of accent
as in emphases
a special notice or importance given to something although we dutifully carried binoculars on our bird walk, the accent was on recognizing avifauna by their song

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accents

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verb

present tense third-person singular of accent
as in highlights
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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  1. features
  2. emphasizes
  3. stresses
Verb
  • The Instagram account for A List Smiles Atlanta boasts over 150,000 followers and features an advertisement from personality Tia Kemp for its cleaning system.
    DeMicia Inman, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The set features a porcelain enamel exterior and gold-toned stainless steel handles.
    Nora Colomer, Fox News, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of features
Verb
  • Brier emphasizes that this decision is more complex than simply choosing between vendors.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This statement emphasizes the need to embed feedback within an organization's culture.
    Dr. Flo Falayi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of emphasizes
Verb
  • Grew stresses the need for more comprehensive research and enhanced conservation measures.
    Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Skin treatments for the neck and chest While there are plenty of treatments available to treat the neck and chest, Prager stresses that anyone who is seeking instant results should be aware that this area of the body takes more time.
    Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of stresses
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accenting

accents

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