emphasis
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The fund, which had more than $7 billion in total assets, including leverage, as of late January, has an emphasis on direct lending, which accounts for 41% of the fund’s portfolio, according to its website.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The recurring pattern in prestige outlets that go for deep access, immersive detail and an emphasis on personality as a gateway into subculture carries risks that are now well understood.
From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026
However, the Nottinghamshire batter hopes placing a greater emphasis on fitness and being in the right frame of mind will prevent his international career from ending before he wants it to.
From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026
The company is placing renewed emphasis on its “freemium” offerings, but that move presents growth challenges in the near term.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026
“Maybe we should put those flowers in water?” my dad suggests, louder and with more emphasis on the “we” than necessary.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
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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