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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  1. emphasizes
  2. features
  3. stresses
Verb
  • His story emphasizes the importance of versatile tools in fostering creativity and adapting to ever-evolving demands.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Where Hanukkah emphasizes the preservation of identity and the communal strength to overcome oppression, Christmas invites reflection on inner transformation and Jesus’ example of the power of selfless giving in love for the greater good of all.
    Priscilla Whitehead, Sun Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of emphasizes
Verb
  • The exhibition, which runs through March 9, 2025, features an eclectic array of automobiles and automobilia spanning seven decades.
    Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The January 18 fight card features two title fights at the top of the event.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of features
Verb
  • Shimizu stresses the rarity of getting a role like Masuka.
    Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The study also stresses the need for more thorough research in poorer countries.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of stresses
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plays out

plays up

plays (upon)

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“Plays up.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plays%20up. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.

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