as in emphasis
a special notice or importance given to something
the underscoring we've given the play's local setting will hopefully increase ticket sales
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as in emphasizing
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 underscoring
Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Rossi forecast a flat performance for this year, underscoring how the repositioning toward the premium lifestyle segment has influenced a reorganization of the wholesale distribution.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Developed with Portugal’s Dança em Diálogos and premiered abroad last spring, the work transforms stories of repression into dance, underscoring art’s power to resist authoritarian control.
—Sean Erwin, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
During his 2024 Coachella set, Peso Pluma used the stage to speak out against censorship, underscoring the importance of corrido culture in Mexico.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Trump appointee Stephen Miran dissented in favor of a bigger cut, underscoring political pressure on the Fed and highlighting divisions that signal a cautious, uncertain path ahead.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
The subscription service Nuuly soared 56% to $263 million, underscoring the acceptance of new commerce channels.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The company takes its name from the seat often considered the best view in the theater, underscoring the company’s commitment to theatrical.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
This initiative aims to enhance practices, better define helpfulness, and improve community safety, underscoring our potential to strengthen community relations.
—Amalia Mejia, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
The dispute has escalated on social media and in the House, underscoring tensions on Capitol Hill and the broader politicized debate about political rhetoric and violence.
—Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Sep. 2025
Rossi forecast a flat performance for this year, underscoring how the repositioning toward the premium lifestyle segment has influenced a reorganization of the wholesale distribution.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025
Developed with Portugal’s Dança em Diálogos and premiered abroad last spring, the work transforms stories of repression into dance, underscoring art’s power to resist authoritarian control.
—Sean Erwin, Miami Herald, 19 Sep. 2025
During his 2024 Coachella set, Peso Pluma used the stage to speak out against censorship, underscoring the importance of corrido culture in Mexico.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2025
Trump appointee Stephen Miran dissented in favor of a bigger cut, underscoring political pressure on the Fed and highlighting divisions that signal a cautious, uncertain path ahead.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 18 Sep. 2025
The subscription service Nuuly soared 56% to $263 million, underscoring the acceptance of new commerce channels.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
The company takes its name from the seat often considered the best view in the theater, underscoring the company’s commitment to theatrical.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2025
This initiative aims to enhance practices, better define helpfulness, and improve community safety, underscoring our potential to strengthen community relations.
—Amalia Mejia, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underscoring
Noun
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Unsportsmanlike conduct is a major emphasis for the NFL.—
Mark Kern,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
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With an emphasis on customer service, FPCU also offers online and mobile banking, direct deposit, financial education and seminars for members at branches from San Francisco to San Diego.—
Shawn Price,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Emily Ruff, owner and principal designer of Cohesively Curated Interiors, echoes this statement, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful organisation.—
Sophie Flaxman,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Sep. 2025
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Technically, his performance notably accompanies the musical text with drum breaks and underscoring between scenes, emphasizing the musicality of McCraney’s writing and the actors’ tempo.—
Essence,
Essence,
17 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This dual character — part professional market, part popular celebration — is increasingly setting Cádiz apart from conventional festivals, reinforcing its potential.—
Emiliano De Pablos,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2025
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Prompt recalls help prevent accidents, protect vulnerable consumers, and hold manufacturers accountable, reinforcing trust in product safety standards and regulatory oversight.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Underscoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscoring. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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