emphasize
verb (used with object)
was emphasizing
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past progressiveof emphasize.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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You'll recall that the country was at war in Iraq and Afghanistan so Democratic presidential nominee John Kerry was emphasizing his heroic Vietnam war record.
From Salon ● Sep. 27, 2024
Woo wasn’t as crisp in his first start of the spring last week against the Rockies, allowing four runs on six hits as he was emphasizing his secondary pitches more.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 7, 2024
Jarrín was emphasizing that point, only in more romantic language.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2022
Kabua said Washington was emphasizing its renewed engagement with the Pacific islands and added: "It is essential for all of us to ensure that words are met with action."
From Reuters ● Sep. 20, 2022
It struck him that she was emphasizing that point for a purpose—to bring him to another point still.
From The Wild Olive by Basil King
