emphasis
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The change in the strategy - with an emphasis on more sustainable investments - came after a major budget deficit of $73bn last year, which was driven by increased spending and lower oil revenues.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
“Given South Korea’s sensitivity to oil prices, I will place greater emphasis on price stability,” he said in response to a lawmaker’s question.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
Chesney is known for his emphasis on special teams and the Bruins ran drills throughout Tuesday’s practice focused on that phase of the game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
The stock, with a $90 billion market cap, is unusual among Canada’s big banks for its historical emphasis on expanding in Latin America.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
She poked him in the leg for emphasis, and they both froze at the contact.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
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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