as in to emphasize
to make more apparent
a history of the Old West that underscores the role that pioneer women had in bringing order and stability to the wild frontier
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Recent Examples of underscore
When unveiling his five-year strategic plan last November, Keller underscored the need to develop new revenue streams.
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Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Prime Video‘s top international executives used the stage at Prime Video Presents 2026 in Mumbai to underscore India’s central role in the streamer’s global growth strategy.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
The incident underscores how even non-industrial robots, when placed in crowded environments, can create unexpected hazards.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Mar. 2026
Preaching today Together, the canonical Gospels underscore the importance of women’s proclamation in the Easter story.
—Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
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Jessica Ma, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026
Prime Video‘s top international executives used the stage at Prime Video Presents 2026 in Mumbai to underscore India’s central role in the streamer’s global growth strategy.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
The incident underscores how even non-industrial robots, when placed in crowded environments, can create unexpected hazards.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 20 Mar. 2026
Preaching today Together, the canonical Gospels underscore the importance of women’s proclamation in the Easter story.
—Mary Foskett, The Conversation, 20 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underscore
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Both officials emphasized the need for unity and continued vigilance, promising to support efforts that prevent further violence in the community.—
CBS News Atlanta Staff,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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While aviation experts continue to emphasize that the risk to air travel remains low – and that potential threats extend beyond airports and planes – the psychological impact is harder to quantify.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
23 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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“Underscore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscore. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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