UNDERLINES Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

underlines

verb

present tense third-person singular of underline

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 But a new study from the Cook County Treasurer's office underlines growing concerns about the impact the bill could have on the county's property tax base and overall fiscal health. —

Dana Kozlov, CBS News, 26 May 2026 But some experts emphasize that the era of synthetic drugs underlines the need to address the root factors that make users seek out drugs, given the futility of targeting a supply that’s constantly expanding and shifting. —

The Week Us, TheWeek, 18 May 2026 On the contrary, this uncannily wise filmmaker’s delicate touch underlines how vital authorial authenticity can be when engaging with genuine sociopolitical pain through fantasy storytelling. —

Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 May 2026 The percussive score by Joseph Shirley and Moses Sumney underlines this, and gives the whole film an eerie, curious atmosphere, lending to a sense of nightmarish unreality. —

Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 15 May 2026 But they are mentioned without context, in a way that underlines the Smithsonian’s touchy relationship with an administration that has not hesitated to strong-arm the institution. —

Kelsey Ables, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026 The special conversation underlines the Women in Motion program’s mission to champion all underrepresented stories and storytellers. —

William Earl, Variety, 13 May 2026 Palmer’s shot is well blocked by Marc Guehi — which underlines the importance of their decision-making in these moments. —

Cerys Jones, New York Times, 13 May 2026 The letter underlines how the Democratic Party — both its leaders and the base — has grown increasingly critical of Israel. —

Bassem Mroue, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026

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At its core, the novel emphasizes communal resilience and individual survivance.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Botwin emphasizes that while there is no cure for PTSD or trauma responses, the key to managing them is to face the trauma, avoid self-destructive coping strategies, process feelings and practice self-compassion.

— Sarah Dewberry, CNN Money, 27 May 2026