Focus
Focus noun - A thing or place that is of greatest importance to an activity or interest.
Underscoring and focus are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Underscoring" instead a noun "Focus".
Underscoring
Underscoring noun - A special notice or importance given to something.
Usage example: the underscoring we've given the play's local setting will hopefully increase ticket sales
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Synonyms for Underscoring
Focus and underscoring are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Focus" instead a noun "Underscoring".
Nearby Word: underscored
Both words in one sentence
- Furthermore, a common criticism during the genre's waning years was that the focus had shifted from plot and character development to action and stunts, highlighting the importance of the Cliffhanger as a gimmick tool (and also underscoring said gimmick's flaws to boot).
Source: Film Serial
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