as in emphasizes
to indicate the importance of by giving prominent display
the dean's speech underlined some of the impressive accomplishments racked up by members of the graduation class
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Recent Examples of underlines
Why Taylor Swift’s Advice Matters Swift’s message underlines the importance of drowning out distractions and focusing on the work itself.
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Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Rice underlines Taylor’s point by stressing that two dozen-plus Emmy nominations bring more than bragging rights.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 Sep. 2025
On working with Korean artist Lee Ufan, product creation executive director Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani underlines the parallel role of the Finissimo as a canvas for artists and architects, and its chameleonic nature.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Candy, John Candy’s daughter, told THR the documentary underlines just how approachable her father was, despite his Hollywood fame, to fans and his own family.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Here, Cole & Son’s Zellige Olive border underlines the chunky moldings in this dining room by interior designer Caitlin Kah.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
Sinclair’s case underlines that the path of a teenage prodigy is rarely straightforward.
—Gregg Evans, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Chen said the hospital’s success underlines the importance of collaboration between orthopedic surgeons, critical care specialists, and anesthesiologists when facing unprecedented medical challenges.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government would grant the pope entry to the enclave is not certain, but Madonna’s appeal underlines growing condemnation of the 22-month war, which has caused tensions between Israel and its allies.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2025
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Rice underlines Taylor’s point by stressing that two dozen-plus Emmy nominations bring more than bragging rights.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 11 Sep. 2025
On working with Korean artist Lee Ufan, product creation executive director Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani underlines the parallel role of the Finissimo as a canvas for artists and architects, and its chameleonic nature.
—Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 9 Sep. 2025
Jennifer Candy, John Candy’s daughter, told THR the documentary underlines just how approachable her father was, despite his Hollywood fame, to fans and his own family.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2025
Here, Cole & Son’s Zellige Olive border underlines the chunky moldings in this dining room by interior designer Caitlin Kah.
—Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
Sinclair’s case underlines that the path of a teenage prodigy is rarely straightforward.
—Gregg Evans, New York Times, 27 Aug. 2025
Chen said the hospital’s success underlines the importance of collaboration between orthopedic surgeons, critical care specialists, and anesthesiologists when facing unprecedented medical challenges.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2025
Whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government would grant the pope entry to the enclave is not certain, but Madonna’s appeal underlines growing condemnation of the 22-month war, which has caused tensions between Israel and its allies.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underlines
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This leadership, as Lanier emphasizes, is deeply rooted in values and focused on the long-term well-being of both individuals and the organization.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The plates section in the monograph emphasizes this in beautiful, resonant pairings chosen by Steven Rose.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Sep. 2025
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The bill conflates ethics with tax relief and reinforces the idea that lawmakers need a sweet treat to behave ethically.—
Andrew Leahey,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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That, too, is a supportive development that reinforces the potential for further upside.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Underlines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underlines. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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