as in underground
being, situated, or operating beneath the surface of the earth
a vast belowground network of tunnels
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Adjective
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Ukrainians say armed formations on both sides, including the UPA and Polish underground forces, were involved in attacks and reprisals that led to large-scale civilian casualties among Poles and Ukrainians.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 June 2026 -
Exciting infrastructure plans are afoot in Europe also, as a number of audacious underground mega tunnels are redrawing the railway map of the continent.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Then comes the subterranean twist.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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Be sure to hit the subterranean SoWa Vintage Market for thrifting finds, and on weekends from spring through fall the outdoor SoWa Open Market sets up shop with local vendors, artisans, food purveyors, farmers, and food and drink trucks selling their wares in a fun, alfresco setting.—
Shannon McMahon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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“Belowground.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belowground. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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