highlighting

[hahy-lahy-ting]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of highlighting¹

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

Example Sentences

Their batting focuses on building an innings, batting for time and taking the game as deep as possible, again moving away from Lewis' aggression while highlighting Edwards' focus on winning regardless of how it comes.

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At multiple hearings, Flynn said her clients experienced disparate treatment compared to other protesters who also disrupted traffic but were highlighting different political issues, such as higher wages for hotel workers.

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In 2024, the Sunday Times named Buxton as one of the best places to live in the UK, describing it as a "cultural powerhouse", highlighting both the opera house and annual international festival.

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Mr. Newsom has insisted that “wealth taxes are going nowhere in California” in response to editorials in these pages highlighting such proposals that have been introduced in the Legislature.

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She references former Senators Ted Kennedy and John McCain as examples of politicians who remained vital and influential well into their 70s, highlighting that individual cases vary significantly.

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