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
The company takes its name from the seat often considered the best view in the theater, underscoring the company’s commitment to theatrical.
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Program leaders underscored that trainees are never ordered to put food back.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Trump's comments underscore a break with DeSantis and Kennedy Jr., two of Trump's ardent supporters.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
The new package underscores Musk’s iron grip on the automaker, despite the myriad demands on his time.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025
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Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
Program leaders underscored that trainees are never ordered to put food back.
—Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2025
Trump's comments underscore a break with DeSantis and Kennedy Jr., two of Trump's ardent supporters.
—Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
The new package underscores Musk’s iron grip on the automaker, despite the myriad demands on his time.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underscore
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Schmitt also emphasized the importance of focusing on other aspects of the bill, including no taxes on overtime and no taxes on tips.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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The nonprofit emphasized the need for lawmakers to improve coordination across the early learning system as new policies come forward.—
Lina Ruiz
September 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Sep. 2025
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Scallops are the dainty little detail that never goes out of style, and in fact, reinforces a decor piece’s nostalgic vibe.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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As the fireline is constructed, inspected or reinforced, mappers record those details to adjust the containment percentage.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Underscore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscore. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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