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v. To place emphasis on; same as emphasize.
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v. to stress, single out as important
v. give extra weight to (a communication)
Word Usage
"The benefit of this hybrid form for the writer is that it frees up the texture of the book, avoiding the build-up of clogging documentation, and allows him to hurry over or emphasise themes at will."