How to Use accentuate in a Sentence

accentuate

verb
  • He likes to wear clothes that accentuate his muscular build.
  • His hide was very light and was accentuated by his dark legs and mane.
    — Jack Atcheson Sr. As Told To Michael Hanback, Outdoor Life, 11 Sep. 2025
  • The cheese spills out of the middle and accentuates the edges of the crust.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2023
  • It was accentuated with a thin strap tied around the waist.
    — Meg Walters, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
  • And the waist has an adjustable tie that helps accentuate your shape.
    — Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 19 Aug. 2024
  • The pull of the normal is strong, and our metaphors accentuate it.
    — Ed Yong, The Atlantic, 29 Sep. 2021
  • The jeans are tight around the thighs and then fan out at the ankle to accentuate your shape.
    — Nicol Natale, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Sprints were the coach’s favorite tool to accentuate a point.
    — Colin Capece, Conner Olsen, Robbie Hodin and Brenda De La Cruz, USA TODAY, 17 July 2024
  • It’s made from soft, stretchy mesh fabric and has a slim fit that accentuates all the right places.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
  • This accentuates in all the right places, and smooths over or hides the not-so-favorite places.
    — Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, 19 June 2019
  • Her face is pale, and her cheekbones are accentuated by a dash of gray.
    — Ella Alexander, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
  • Meanwhile, mascara seemed to be all that was used to accentuate her top lash line.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
  • The eyes, on the other hand, could be accentuated with a smokey wing.
    — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 14 Aug. 2023
  • Kim donned a red leather dress, which had green stitching to accentuate the dress at its center.
    — Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
  • The tie waist accentuates your waist, while the slim fit hugs your curves without being too tight.
    — Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Sep. 2024
  • As for her hair, bright blond streaks blended with her brown base, accentuating her brows.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Feb. 2026
  • Add bright colors to accentuate the playful mood of the room.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Add bright colors to accentuate the playful mood of the room.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Pair some dark brown boots with tall black socks and a chunky belt (or two) to accentuate the color contrast.
    — Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Her hands accentuate her words.
    — Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2026
  • The empire-waist skirt gently drapes over curves, though it can be tied by the hip slit to accentuate your bump.
    — Kate Watson, Peoplemag, 9 July 2024
  • Add a belt at the waist to accentuate your shape, or wear it loose for a more casual outfit.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 8 June 2025
  • Walkways and driveways draw the eye in and they can be used to accentuate a home’s curb appeal.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026
  • Her makeup accentuated her serene visage with lined eyes and a pink lip to boot.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
  • This new era of her style includes nods to staple pieces in her wardrobe in a new form that accentuates this time in her life.
    — Julia Teti, WWD, 24 June 2024
  • Use the same technique to accentuate the inner corner and form a sharp point.
    — Amber Kallor, WSJ, 1 Oct. 2022
  • The new name also aims to accentuate what women bring to the table.
    — Shirley Leung, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Sep. 2022
  • The ensemble was decked in spikes and grommets, with a thick black belt to accentuate her waist.
    — Falen Hardge, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Nov. 2019
  • Pepper and honey accentuate the flavors of the fresh herbs and tangy goat cheese.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
  • The best brands find a way to accentuate the most endearing human traits.
    — Pankaj Srivastava, Forbes, 17 June 2021

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