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highlight

[hahy-lahyt] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪt /




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The wildflower meadow along the edges of the village green has been a particular highlight.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The drill was the highlight of two days of military exercises showcasing Taiwan’s preparations to combat an amphibious invasion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

On debate stages, candidates still draw distinctions with one another, but they also compliment their opponents and highlight areas of agreement.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The researchers say their results highlight the importance of considering entire coastal systems when planning for climate change and protecting these valuable ecosystems.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Their teacher, a charming eight-months-pregnant young woman dressed in a traditional Indian sari, moved seamlessly among British, American, and Canadian accents as she demonstrated reading a paragraph designed to highlight phonetics.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman




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