The underlined word emerges as a key term in the preface because Johnson
hints at the economic importance of his dictionary.
hopes that his dictionary will enlighten the
uneducated.
seeks literary recognition for his publication.
strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required.

Option D

(D) strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required.

Explanation:

The underlined word emerges as a key term in the preface because Johnson  

(A) hints at the economic importance of his dictionary.

(B) hopes that his dictionary will enlighten the uneducated.

(C) seeks literary recognition for his publication.

(D) strives to emphasize the effort his dictionary required. <+

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