as in to emphasize
to indicate the importance of by giving prominent display
the dean's speech underlined some of the impressive accomplishments racked up by members of the graduation class
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Sharp moves in bond yields underline the market uncertainty, chiming with the huge swings in oil and gas since the conflict began, as analysts say that persistent higher-for-longer energy prices will drive central bank policy responses.
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Hugh Leask, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with those claims at a dramatic White House meeting last year that underlined the strained relationship.
—Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
In October 2024, rider Zéphir hit 66 km/h (41 mph) on the river Seine in Paris on a 4,500-watt PWR-Foil REVO, underlining how smart hydrodynamics and efficient wings can beat raw power in a race.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 11, New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
Such a move underlines Iran’s reliance on asymmetric warfare and the havoc these tactics could wreak even as the country is battered by US-Israeli airstrikes.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
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Hugh Leask, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Trump confronted South African President Cyril Ramaphosa with those claims at a dramatic White House meeting last year that underlined the strained relationship.
—Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
In October 2024, rider Zéphir hit 66 km/h (41 mph) on the river Seine in Paris on a 4,500-watt PWR-Foil REVO, underlining how smart hydrodynamics and efficient wings can beat raw power in a race.
—Omar Kardoudi
march 11, New Atlas, 11 Mar. 2026
Such a move underlines Iran’s reliance on asymmetric warfare and the havoc these tactics could wreak even as the country is battered by US-Israeli airstrikes.
—Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underline
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And in some cases, CEOs have less authority, as flatter organizations emphasize collaboration over top-down decision-making.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
16 Mar. 2026
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Rather than chronological or geographical groupings, Barnes emphasized formal relationships of light, line, and color across cultures and time periods.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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The formula also features four peptides to treat the eye area from multiple angles—helping signal collagen production, improve elasticity, and smooth the look of fine lines—while collagen reinforces skin’s bounce.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
22 Mar. 2026
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Materials, produce, and products are sourced locally wherever possible and chef Mauro Colagreco’s commitment to circular gastronomy further reinforces the hotel’s eco-conscious approach.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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“Underline.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underline. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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