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punctuate

[puhngk-choo-eyt] / ˈpʌŋk tʃuˌeɪt /


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It’s obviously being used to punctuate the ending of a chapter with the show coming to a close.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

But the weirdest moment may be how the director decided to punctuate what was supposed to be a sober-minded press conference on Sept. 12 revealing the details of Robinson’s arrest.

From Salon • Sep. 17, 2025

Large murals celebrating the city's automotive history punctuate the scenery.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025

The muted hues subliminally punctuate a tone that organically shifts with Dylan’s popularity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2025

When she was in range, she’d punctuate the important bits of information with a squeeze to my shoulder.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx




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