as in emphasizing
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 underlining
That’s the first mention of such specific policy tools in at least a decade, underlining an unusually direct style of language that indicates urgency to boost confidence.
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Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
The crucial aspect underlining everything here is there isn’t the need for substantial manpower or particularly complicated software setups.
—Shagun Malhotra, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
The Lucky Ones recounts this time in all of its atrocities, underlining how the promise of democracy fails to account for those who need it most.
—Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Among its many achievements, Toyota has secured over 200 race wins and 12 world championships, underlining its influential role in the sport.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Large budget deficits are expected for the foreseeable future, while fiscal pressures from aging are rising, underlining the need for a significant fiscal adjustment over the medium term.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
The picture is marginally rosier abroad with French producer Dominique Welinski underlining that while streaming platforms and international markets offer opportunities, theatrical releases remain vital in territories where cinema-going culture persists.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Nov. 2024
The show even made its debut at the Venice Film Festival, further underlining the increasingly amorphous delineation between the small and silver screen.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024
Both sides sent out messages to clients in advance, underlining their point of view and seeking support, said the people, who asked not to be named as the conversations are private.
—Ryan Hogg, Fortune Asia, 2 Oct. 2024
Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 13 Dec. 2024
The crucial aspect underlining everything here is there isn’t the need for substantial manpower or particularly complicated software setups.
—Shagun Malhotra, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
The Lucky Ones recounts this time in all of its atrocities, underlining how the promise of democracy fails to account for those who need it most.
—Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
Among its many achievements, Toyota has secured over 200 race wins and 12 world championships, underlining its influential role in the sport.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Large budget deficits are expected for the foreseeable future, while fiscal pressures from aging are rising, underlining the need for a significant fiscal adjustment over the medium term.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
The picture is marginally rosier abroad with French producer Dominique Welinski underlining that while streaming platforms and international markets offer opportunities, theatrical releases remain vital in territories where cinema-going culture persists.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 29 Nov. 2024
The show even made its debut at the Venice Film Festival, further underlining the increasingly amorphous delineation between the small and silver screen.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2024
Both sides sent out messages to clients in advance, underlining their point of view and seeking support, said the people, who asked not to be named as the conversations are private.
—Ryan Hogg, Fortune Asia, 2 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underlining
Verb
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While emphasizing high performance, how can leaders help employees avoid burnout?—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Holgate points out many form-follows-function design touches, such as the traditional Aston Martin side strakes that double as air extractors, or the upswept venturis that expose the outer edges of the rear tires—emphasizing the car’s width and squat stance.—
Tim Pitt,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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Finer details on the type of robots being used or their functions have not yet been revealed, but clearly the production of rebar (the reinforcing rods used in concrete construction) will be a major focus, which makes sense since Neom is currently using around 20% of the world's steel supply.—
Adam Williams,
New Atlas,
22 Dec. 2024
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Share how feedback has shaped your leadership journey, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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“Underlining.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underlining. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.
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