emphasis

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Brewer said the Callais ruling’s emphasis on intentional discrimination strengthens his claim for access to emails, meeting recordings and other evidence that could show intent.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

On the sad and evocative ballad “Loneliest Girl,” she uses small pauses for rhythmic emphasis to foreground rhymes that complicate the action with each occurrence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

I think the court placed too much emphasis on the loss of Spirit’s market discipline and not enough emphasis on the potential benefits of having a big low-cost carrier.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Plaid Cymru also highlights growth and productivity, but places more emphasis on skills, worker involvement and industrial strategy.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Rejecting traditional religion’s emphasis on sin and punishment, Modern Spiritualism was rooted in personal happiness on earth and in the heaven of Summerland, as well as a desire for world harmony.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock