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Which musical instruction tells a performer to give a note particular emphasis?

emphasis

[em-fuh-sis] / ˈɛm fə sɪs /


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It further argues that “Star Trek’s” emphasis on cultural and intellectual diversity remains especially relevant.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 22, 2026

That finding is especially relevant as governments and international organizations place increasing emphasis on forest restoration.

From Science Daily Sep. 21, 2026

If humanity doesn’t exist on a binary, perhaps the emphasis shouldn’t always be on trying to see eye to eye; otherwise, no one can take a clear look at what’s happening in the periphery.

From Salon Sep. 19, 2026

He notes the emphasis on the strength of the U.S. economy was a notable feature of the post-decision press conference, which markets interpreted as hawkish.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 17, 2026

Crab hammered one fist into the other palm for emphasis.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

The show’s photos, predominantly in black and white, document these dramatic emphases as revealed by the stances and gestures of Graham and her dedicated group of women.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 9, 2026

The difference was not just one of opposing political ideologies but of vastly different cultural and human emphases.

From Salon Aug. 28, 2024

The subtleties, the nuances, the different emphases of different countries, on a huge range of issues - and changing all the time.

From BBC May 21, 2023

There were emphases on ballhandling, shooting from midrange, being aggressive, driving to the basket and finishing around the rim.

From Washington Post Jan. 12, 2023

If, therefore, the Christian Gospel is going to be true to itself, it must carefully preserve amid the pressure of our modern social enthusiasms certain fundamental emphases which are characteristic of its genius.

From Christianity and Progress by Harry Emerson Fosdick




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