emphasize
verb (used with object)
has been emphasizing
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present perfect progressiveof emphasize (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Hassett instead has been emphasizing a separate survey — the Conference Board’s consumer-confidence index — that he asserts more accurately reflects Americans’ views on the economy.
From MarketWatch ● May 26, 2026
Annaly has been emphasizing liquidity, balance-sheet resilience, and risk-adjusted returns at this point in the cycle.
From Barron's ● Jan. 9, 2026
By focusing on cost-of-living concerns, Beutner’s campaign has been emphasizing an issue that is at the forefront of next week’s election for New York City mayor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2025
The ruling Communist Party has been emphasizing the need to raise consumer spending to help drive the economy.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 4, 2024
The NFL has been emphasizing its collaborations with Native and Indigenous people based in Arizona.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 9, 2023
