as in sustains
to hold up or serve as a foundation for
the central beliefs that underpin a free society
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Recent Examples of underpins
What underpins the tension between Chelsea and their supporters?
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Liam Twomey, New York Times, 7 May 2026
The hotel’s response is The Datai Pledge, which underpins localized conservation, wildlife protection, and community engagement.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Kate's effort to inspire and lead on the early years underpins much of her royal work.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
His deadpan humor comes through most brilliantly in Game Boy Tetris (2013–19), a parody of the logic of optimization that underpins capitalist culture.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 1 May 2026
This idea underpins synthetic biology, which aims to design and construct biological systems rather than simply study them.
—André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 30 Apr. 2026
In tandem with that, Roberts is seeing growing appetite from Therabody’s clients for the science that underpins each of the products.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
The resumption of uninterrupted energy flows is what underpins any sustained stock market recovery, according to investment manager Orbis.
—Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
At stake is the economic model that underpins the entire creative industry.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Liam Twomey, New York Times, 7 May 2026
The hotel’s response is The Datai Pledge, which underpins localized conservation, wildlife protection, and community engagement.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 May 2026
Kate's effort to inspire and lead on the early years underpins much of her royal work.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
His deadpan humor comes through most brilliantly in Game Boy Tetris (2013–19), a parody of the logic of optimization that underpins capitalist culture.
—Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 1 May 2026
This idea underpins synthetic biology, which aims to design and construct biological systems rather than simply study them.
—André O. Hudson, The Conversation, 30 Apr. 2026
In tandem with that, Roberts is seeing growing appetite from Therabody’s clients for the science that underpins each of the products.
—James Manso, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
The resumption of uninterrupted energy flows is what underpins any sustained stock market recovery, according to investment manager Orbis.
—Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
At stake is the economic model that underpins the entire creative industry.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underpins
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That’s how performance becomes ownership, success becomes sustainability and culture sustains the people who create it.—
Sandra Richards,
Rolling Stone,
8 May 2026
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The rest of Curaçao’s eclectic must-dive list includes reefs, underwater caves, sunken ships, cars, and even an airplane wreck, all with healthy coral growth that attracts and sustains marine life.—
Erik Trinidad,
Travel + Leisure,
8 May 2026
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The Pisces Moon in your 2nd House of Values trine Jupiter supports confidence around income, self-worth, and using resources in ways that grow rather than merely maintain.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
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Research supports the view that leadership skill requirements are evolving alongside technological change.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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And downtown on Michigan Avenue, Water Tower Place, once the anchor of Chicago’s Magnificent Mile, carries its own laundry list of troubles after years of financial losses and the closure of several major tenants.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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In Colorado, with its extreme weather swings, aging homes, and rising insurance landscape, that advice carries extra weight.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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The agreement also bolsters AI protections, specifically around consent and compensation, and establishes minimum rate increases.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
11 May 2026
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Lots of laughter and playing with joy, even in the hardest of moments, truly bolsters well-being!—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Islam, like Christianity, upholds the dignity of every human being and encourages dialogue and reconciliation over conflict.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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If the Supreme Court upholds the decisions, Haitians and Syrians will be able to keep their protections.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2026
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