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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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"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

Although inflation remains under control, the recent rise in oil prices has renewed concerns about Indonesia’s external position, highlighting the need for clear and credible measures to stabilize the rupiah, ING economists said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026

"Think of this warming as moving north and uphill," Kendon explains, highlighting that the UK is losing the coldest habitats from the tops of mountains.

From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026

Other research has pointed the same way, highlighting what has come to be called "cognitive offloading" -- or even "cognitive surrender".

From Barron's ● Jul. 15, 2026

It was half open, light falling in a clear path to Moss’s bed, highlighting his unconscious face in late-night gold.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi