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verb

present tense third-person singular of highlight
as in emphasizes
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on according to the TV schedule, this week's "Astronomy Today" highlights the accomplishments of Maria Mitchell

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highlights

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noun

plural of highlight
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as in breaks

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as in features

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Recent Examples of highlights
Verb
This column highlights some of Rick’s favorite places and travel insights over a lifetime of exploring Europe and sharing his discoveries. — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026 Tang hopes that his research highlights the need for more education on the clinician side to reduce the disparities in response rates. — Elise Haulund, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026 The combination of the conference, robotics competition and growing investment in Chinese manufacturers highlights the country’s ambition to build a broad domestic robotics ecosystem. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2026 The Bucs highlights in the first half belonged to the defense, which got after Chiefs quarterbacks Justin Fields and Garrett Nussmeier. — Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026 The size of the wave highlights the ocean’s raw power and the bravery of the surfer. — Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Jared Kushner’s New York meeting with House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries highlights White House concern that Democrats could seize control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections. — Lisa Mascaro, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026 Executive chef Brendan Mica highlights the best from local waters on seafood-centric lunch and dinner menus. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026 Representing the cornerstone of ABFF’s commitment to discovery, the section highlights distinctive voices, original storytelling, and compelling artistic vision. — Jack Dunn, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for highlights
  1. emphasizes
  2. breaks
  3. features
  4. stresses
  5. milestones
  6. attractions
  7. landmarks
  8. corners
Verb
  • The piece emphasizes that Californians, especially Democrats and independents, strongly favor voting by mail and already rely on it at very high rates, suggesting that restricting mail ballots would disenfranchise large numbers of lawful voters.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • New research into the interior of Mars further emphasizes that the Red Planet is a world of two very different halves.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of emphasizes
Noun
  • The 8-episode series blends workplace comedy with satire, cutaways and fourth-wall breaks.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The developers would also receive sales tax breaks on construction materials under the Port KC plan.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of breaks
Noun
  • Chinese engineers are widely seen as among the best in the world, making advanced efforts to incorporate mitigation features and surveillance.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Meta and YouTube lost in a social media addiction trial in Los Angeles earlier this year, which was brought by a plaintiff who claimed her mental health was damaged by addictive features like autoplay and infinite scrolling.
    — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of features
Verb
  • The warmer weather also dries out the soil and stresses plants, especially those in drought-prone regions such as the West and the Southwest.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Consequently, Aydemir stresses that silk denim is aimed more at premium and fashion-forward segments rather than utility markets, which inherently limits its range of applications.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of stresses
Noun
  • In addition to these milestones, this will be the ninth overall launch by the Ariane 6 program, which was developed by the European Space Agency and is now operated by Arianespace.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Technical objectives and operational milestones are expected to be disclosed as the programs progress.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of milestones
Noun
  • Travelers looking for an in-state getaway can also book vacation packages from Denver that combine the train with hotel stays and attractions in Glenwood Springs.
    — Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
  • This family-centric trackside event features free kids’ games, face painting, inflatable attractions and activities alongside a day full of exciting racing.
    — Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of attractions
Noun
  • The distinctive modernist homes that started going up on Fire Island in the 1960s became useful landmarks for visitors.
    — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Each character offers unique activities across landmarks such as the Community Garden, Bandstand and Farm.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of landmarks
Noun
  • Small preferences often become habits, and familiar corners of the grounds can gain sentimental value.
    — Svetlana Khachiyan, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The features being challenged in Oakland aren’t obscure corners of Instagram.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of corners

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“Highlights.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/highlights. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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