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• present participle of highlight.

highlighting

American  

[hahy-lahy-ting] / ˈhaɪˌlaɪ tɪŋ /

noun

1. a hair dyeing technique in which dye is applied to parts of the hair for a naturally lighter and contrasting appearance.

2. a makeup application style in which a cosmetic powder or cream is applied to the face in places where light would naturally hit, as the cheeks, forehead, chin, and center of the nose, to create a glowing effect.

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Etymology

Origin of highlighting

First recorded in 1955–60; highlight ( def. ) + -ing ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

Highlighting the risks of further combat, a drone hit an electrical generator at the United Arab Emirates’ Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant over the weekend.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Highlighting the involvement of prominent writers, artists and architects, British Museum director Nicholas Cullinan has insisted the ball will stand apart from New York's Met Gala.

From Barron's • Oct. 18, 2025

Highlighting your transferable skills, ability to learn new systems or step into new roles and knack for cross-functional collaboration demonstrates your resilience and capacity for problem-solving and critical thinking.

From Salon • Mar. 14, 2025

Highlighting the “true creators of heavy metal,” the one-day fest will also feature performances by Metallica, Slayer, Pantera, Alice in Chains, Gojira, Halestorm, Lamb of God and other rock groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2025

Highlighting the creases of his jacket, the collar of his shirt.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern