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em·pha·sis Listen to audio/ˈɛmfəsəs/ noun
plural em·pha·ses Listen to audio/-fəˌsi:z/
1 [noncount] : a forceful quality in the way something is said or written
You need to state your arguments with greater emphasis. [=state your arguments more forcefully]
2 [noncount] : added force that is given to a word or syllable when speaking
The emphasis [=stress] in the word happiness is on the first syllable.
3 : special importance or attention given to something [noncount] — usually + on The emphasis in this drill is on using proper technique. She puts/places/lays (particular/special/great) emphasis on developing good study habits. [count] Our candidate's plan has a different emphasis.

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