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Recent Examples of underpin
Perhaps his long, not-so-scenic route to the national team underpins the sense that trusting him to be a major performer has not come easily to coach Julian Nagelsmann.
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Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
21 June 2026
Together, these ethical and epistemic critiques underpin current efforts to reduce and ultimately replace animal use in science.
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Torie Bosch,
STAT,
20 June 2026
The universe built for the manga – its characters, factions, and lore – also underpins Azuki TCG, the company’s trading card game, which topped $1 million in direct-to-player presales before its retail release.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 June 2026
At the heart of this tradition sits maqam, the melodic system that underpins Arabic classical music.
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Daniel Scheffler,
SPIN,
15 June 2026
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Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
21 June 2026
Together, these ethical and epistemic critiques underpin current efforts to reduce and ultimately replace animal use in science.
—
Torie Bosch,
STAT,
20 June 2026
The universe built for the manga – its characters, factions, and lore – also underpins Azuki TCG, the company’s trading card game, which topped $1 million in direct-to-player presales before its retail release.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 June 2026
At the heart of this tradition sits maqam, the melodic system that underpins Arabic classical music.
—
Daniel Scheffler,
SPIN,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underpin
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Those who have sustained a severe burn or dirty wound should follow up with a booster after five years, according to the CDC.
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The driver of the bus sustained minor injuries.
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The Full Moon later asks you to rest instead of carrying every loose end alone.
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With others carrying more of the creative burden, Summerville has also been free to drift into and around the box and take up shooting positions.
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The organization is seeking investors willing to accept modest returns in exchange for preserving historic buildings, supporting local businesses and maintaining the character of West Marin communities.
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Clear expectations help everyone support your goals.
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Furthermore, owning infrastructure can bolster data privacy and sovereignty, mitigating cybersecurity risks amidst increasing breaches.
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The energetic Ecuadoran team, bolstered by a goal and a raucous crowd, has been given new life in this game.
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“Underpin.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underpin. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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