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emphasize
to give special importance to
In more detail
1. (verb) to give special importance or prominence to something; to stress
2. (verb) to make something more noticeable or prominent by using special techniques
Examples
- 1. The teacher emphasized the importance of regular practice.
- 2. The artist used bold colors to emphasize the central figure in the painting.
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