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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. )

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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

“Like a Cat Loves a Bird” separates Spark’s character into 13 personae, each one highlighting an element of her writing that seems to color that part of her personality.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 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

In June, Time magazine released its inaugural issue highlighting the 100 most influential people in sports, with James on the cover as “athlete of the century.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026

He turns toward me, the moonlight highlighting the planes of his face, the sharpness of his cheekbones, and the points of his ears.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black