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Accentuate (Verb)

To stress, single out as important; "Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Eating healthier will accentuate the benefits of a regular exercise routine in a weight loss program.
The company will accentuate energy efficiency when designing its new office building.
By adopting a mindful attitude, meditation can accentuate the sense of calm in people.
Public education campaigns can accentuate disease prevention awareness to at-risk communities.
Careful planning is needed to accentuate the key benefits and revenue streams in the business proposal.

Put stress on; utter with an accent; "In Farsi, you accent the last syllable of each word".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

When teaching a new language, it's essential to accentuate the correct syllables for proper pronunciation.
She accentuates her hometown by saying she's a true New Yorker through and through.
To improve your public speaking, learn to accentuate key phrases to make your message more memorable.
To give the dress a pop of color, she decided to accentuate her waist with a bright red belt.
The poet accentuates the third syllable of the last word in each line to create a unique rhythm.