highlight
verb (used with object)
to emphasize or make prominent.
has highlighted
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present perfectof highlight (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But it has highlighted the new rules as an example of where it wants the government to work with industry to ensure UK interests are reflected in EU decision making.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
Reddit has highlighted a number of issues in its written submission to the court, pointing to problems enforcing the ban and a lack of scientific evidence about the harms of social media.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
The RBA has highlighted rising fuel prices, a surge in artificial intelligence sector investment, and weak national productivity growth as factors stoking demand and keeping inflation elevated.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
Xi has also long held Peng’s hand during official occasions, an unusual gesture for a Chinese leader that state media has highlighted as a sign of the couple’s devotion to each other.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 3, 2026
A yearlong government advertising campaign has highlighted the dangers of the journey.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
