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Phrase(s): punctuate something with something
1. to add a particular punctuation mark to a piece of writing. • You have punctuated this ad with too many exclamation points. • This letter is punctuated with dashes to emphasize the key points. 2. to add emphasis to one’s speaking by adding phrases, exclamations, or other devices. • Her comments were punctuated with a few choice swear words. • Tom punctuated his address with a few choice comments about politicians.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs