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highlights

Phoneticshigh·lights

US/ˈhaɪˌɫaɪts/

UK/hˈaɪlaɪts/

Definitions

01best parts of an event

B1

n. the most exciting or important parts of a game, show, or event.

n. a collection or summary of the most significant or entertaining moments from an event, particularly in sports or entertainment.

“We watched the football highlights on the news because we missed the live game.”

“The evening news broadcast featured the highlights of the summit, focusing on the historic agreement signed between the two leaders.”

Usage

Usually used in the plural form when referring to a collection of clips or moments.

Synonyms

best partsfeaturessummary

02hair colouring

B2

n. thin streaks of hair that are dyed a lighter colour than the rest.

n. sections of hair that have been lightened or tinted to a paler shade than the natural or base colour.

“She went to the salon to get some blonde highlights for the summer.”

“The stylist suggested subtle honey-toned highlights to add dimension and brightness to her naturally dark brown hair.”

Synonyms

Antonyms

lowlights

03to emphasize

B1

v. to draw attention to something important or to mark text with a bright colour.

v. to emphasize or make prominent; also to mark text with a transparent fluorescent ink for easy reference.

“The report highlights the need for better security in the city centre.”

“The auditor's presentation highlights several discrepancies in the quarterly budget that require immediate attention from the board.”

Antonyms

Collocations

highlights the broaderhighlights the importance

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