plays up

verb

Definition of plays upnext
present tense third-person singular of play up
as in highlights
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on that TV news program plays up sensational stories just to get higher ratings

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plays up
  1. emphasizes
  2. features
  3. stresses
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
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  • 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
  • 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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plays out

plays up

plays (upon)

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