Punctuate

v. t.

1.

To mark with points; to separate into sentences, clauses, etc., by points or stops which mark the proper pauses in expressing the meaning. [imp. & p. p. Punctuated ; p. pr. & vb. n. Punctuating.]

Verb	1.	punctuate - insert punctuation marks into Synonyms: mark
	2.	punctuate - to stress, single out as important; "Dr. Jones emphasizes exercise in addition to a change in diet" Synonyms: accent, accentuate, emphasize, stress, emphasise
	3.	punctuate - interrupt periodically; "Her sharp questions punctuated the speaker's drone"

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