spotlighted 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of spotlightednext
1
as in highlighted

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Relevance

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2
as in publicized

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spotlighted

2 of 2

verb

variants or spotlit
past tense of spotlight
as in identified

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spotlighted
  1. identified
  2. focused
  3. featured
  4. published
  5. emphasized
  6. broadcast
  7. prevalent
Verb
  • Had one been in place, the report suggests, the shooter might have been identified earlier.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • That business identified sites, worked on lease terms and, with Breeden and F1 owner Liberty Media, helped further develop the brand.
    Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of identified
Verb
  • The plans also portray a company management team focused on dealing with the realities of an energy transition most agree is now faltering, rather than on signaling virtue by supporting prevailing narratives.
    David Blackmon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The key is to remain adaptable, focused and committed to continuous improvement—both personally and organizationally.
    Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of focused
Verb
  • Thunder top Mavs with barrage of 3-pointers Tuesday’s nightcap featured two of the NBA’s leading scorers - Luka Dončić and the Dallas Mavericks traveled north to face the Oklahoma City Thunder and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
    Kevin Dotson, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Fanning’s backless frock featured a square neckline and a bow appliqué, emblematic of trends throughout the decade.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of featured
Adjective
  • In published accounts, Whiteley has not alleged that a data breach took place — only that his former company’s practices created inappropriate risk.
    Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2024
  • Luke has spent 10 years reporting on Formula 1 for outlets including Autosport, The New York Times and NBC Sports, and is also a published author.
    Luke Smith, The Athletic, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of published
Verb
  • Last week, Bears President/CEO Kevin Warren emphasized that general manager Ryan Poles would be the point person for the search.
    Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
  • But the task force emphasized that ultimately the Secret Service is responsible for ensuring that coordination runs smoothly.
    Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of emphasized
Adjective
  • The show falls under the broadcast direct deal Hudson and his producing partner Stalberg signed with Fox in 2023.
    Joe Otterson, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Fox is adding another veteran writer and producer to its roster of broadcast direct deals.
    Rick Porter, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Sep. 2024
Definition of broadcast
Adjective
  • Most prevalent on the list of the trendiest design styles of 2024 were a collection of terms that suggest a return to traditional decor.
    Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Fentanyl was the most prevalent of the drugs tested, found in 24 of the samples, the researchers found.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of prevalent
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