emphasis
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“Clash of Nations” puts enormous emphasis on the state of race relations in the America of Joe Louis—Delbert Hunt’s earnest narration recounts a lot of sins that probably don’t need quite the breathless review.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
The 52-year-old's squad selections have followed that thinking with an emphasis on physicality and powerful running when he picked his 26-man squad for the tournament.
From BBC • Jun. 17, 2026
It’s an interesting finding and shows a greater emphasis on flexibility, resilience and diversification in their reserve management operations, according to Fan.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026
“This has grown in a way that I couldn’t have imagined,” says Davis, who works as a wellness coach with an emphasis in mindfulness and meditation.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026
“She had a good life,” croaks Ruth, banging her cane against the wood floor for emphasis.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
Vocabulary lists containing emphasis
TEKS ELAR Academic Vocabulary List (5th-7th grades)
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Academic Vocabulary Toolkit 1, Words 31-40
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The AP English Exam: Rhetorical and Literary Terms 2
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