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highlight

[hahy-lahyt] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪt /




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The latest developments highlight the fragility of any efforts to find a lasting peace, even though US President Donald Trump this week said there was a "good chance" of a deal.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

Diomande is not just marketable as a living, breathing highlight reel, but also because he is a true rags-to-riches story.

From BBC Jul. 29, 2026

A vote or two against a hold would highlight how pressure to move is building inside the committee.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

"Our findings point to biological pathways involving inflammation and scarring and highlight molecular targets that future research can explore to better understand how coffee may influence liver health and who stands to benefit the most."

From Science Daily Jul. 25, 2026

My dad’s personal story was so insane—he’d left home, all alone, for America when he was sixteen—that the part where he was drafted to go to war in Vietnam actually seemed like a highlight.

From "A Very Large Expanse of Sea" by Tahereh Mafi

The situation highlights what community organizers and the site’s leadership say is a piecemeal approach to the protection and preservation of one of the city’s most important cultural landmarks.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 29, 2026

His research often highlights the benefits of the systems.

From Salon Jul. 27, 2026

The incident highlights growing concern among industry executives and government officials about AI systems causing cyberattacks as models have made significant leaps in their hacking capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 27, 2026

Micky van de Ven says Tottenham's record spending highlights a "new ambition" after an "unacceptable" season - and backed the team to play "more enjoyable" football under Roberto de Zerbi.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

Today with the air crisp and the sun making highlights on my hair, I felt especially pleased with that world.

From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz

Pal said the episode highlighted how digital spaces have become one of the few arenas where criticism of the government can quickly gain traction.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

Deno, in a statement, highlighted the chain’s “timeless appeal, and deep connection with guests across generations.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 28, 2026

The report said there is not one factor causing the crisis, with a "perfect storm" of the jobs market, spending on education and the Covid pandemic being some of the reasons highlighted.

From BBC Jul. 28, 2026

He highlighted strength across consumer payments, commercial and money movement solutions and value-added services.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 28, 2026

I catch a glimpse of the first page—it’s printed-out text, which has been highlighted here and there.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy

The answer is likely no for many members of Gen Z, according to a new survey highlighting the financial barriers for Americans under age 30.

From MarketWatch Jul. 29, 2026

Bob Elliott sparks buzz highlighting the bargain level of TIPS.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 24, 2026

With 215 golds up for grabs at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, highlighting just five medal hopefuls is no easy feat.

From BBC Jul. 22, 2026

"Overall, our findings provide novel insights into the interplay between nanoplastics and bacterium-phage dynamics, highlighting increased microbial risks associated with waterborne nanoplastics," Liao said.

From Science Daily Jul. 17, 2026

I handed it to Radar after a few minutes, and he looked at it for a while before writing on the corner of his notebook closest to me, The green highlighting must mean something.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green




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