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[hahy-lahyt] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪt /




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More recently, the SSA told MarketWatch that its proposed budget for fiscal-year 2027 will highlight its “digital-first agenda and streamline operations.”

From MarketWatch Aug. 21, 2026

He argued the tech firm may be seeking to highlight its own AI capabilities as rival Anthropic attracts growing attention for its Claude Mythos model.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

Also, the data highlight “the economy’s continued leverage to the recovery in global technology demand,” the senior currency analyst adds.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

The new records highlight the difficulties fueled by climate change facing the Colorado River, a crucial resource for 40 million people.

From Barron's Aug. 17, 2026

So Christmas Eve with us was Fang’s holiday highlight, and, having limited funds, he never brought over any gifts.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx

It’s unfortunate and also highlights the shallow thinking of baseball Hall of Fame voters over several decades that Tommy John has not been inducted.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2026

"Our study highlights the importance of taking part in colorectal cancer screening, and shows that it can actually save lives."

From Science Daily Aug. 21, 2026

Moderna’s breakthrough highlights a broader transformation, as AI accelerates the clinical development of therapies at a pace that would have seemed unimaginable a few years ago.

From Barron's Aug. 21, 2026

We haven’t seen corporate borrowing spreads head materially higher, and as a result it really highlights the benefits and need to be proactive around hedging rising Treasury yields.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 20, 2026

Lee studied the shiny metal under the lamp, shifting the picture this way and that to overcome the highlights.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck

He also highlighted Joshua's history in Britain, including winning Olympic gold at London 2012.

From BBC Aug. 21, 2026

CEO David Guggina said yesterday during the company’s earnings call that highlighted the cost pressures facing consumers.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 21, 2026

The MND Association welcomed the findings and highlighted their potential importance for future treatments.

From Science Daily Aug. 20, 2026

And he highlighted pushback against data-center construction, which is criticial to driving further demand for semiconductor components.

From MarketWatch Aug. 19, 2026

Our map has the streets to the right of our building highlighted, so we walk to the right, which is also toward the park.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks

As diplomacy stalls between the decades-long foes, attacks in the Hormuz strait have continued, highlighting the continued risks to regional shipping.

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

Some are highlighting flaws to try to reduce their home’s value or moving in family members.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 11, 2026

Supporting documentation from the CPS was also filed highlighting alleged risks if the Tates are released on bond.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2026

At first glance, this news might sound encouraging after years of headlines highlighting the reverse trend, that life expectancy was falling.

From Salon Aug. 11, 2026

Media accounts persistently bright-side the situation, highlighting the occasional success stories and downplaying the acknowledged increase in hunger.

From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich




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