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Recent Examples of underneath
Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
If the sheer fabric feels a bit too revealing, Brown suggests layering a nude undergarment underneath for extra coverage.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The pro football player, 28, and his wife, 24, exchanged vows underneath a marble dome surrounded by blush-toned blooms, set directly in front of a lake fountain.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
Another way to check is to lightly scratch the bark of a small twig with a fingernail; if the tissue underneath is green, the stem is still alive.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
If the sheer fabric feels a bit too revealing, Brown suggests layering a nude undergarment underneath for extra coverage.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Preposition
An extensive video review revealed no reason to overturn the judgment on the ice that the puck had barely crossed the goal line underneath Jarry's skate.
—CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The pro football player, 28, and his wife, 24, exchanged vows underneath a marble dome surrounded by blush-toned blooms, set directly in front of a lake fountain.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underneath
Adverb
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Cutting the grass too close removes a lot of green and exposes the brown thatch beneath.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Sheer Maxi Dress Consider this Chanel dress, embroidered with floral appliqués that distract the eye from the body beneath, as proof that nearly sheer dresses needn’t amount to impropriety.—
Chloé Versabeau,
Vogue,
12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Gateway Development Commission awarded the contract this week for boring the under-river section of the Hudson River Tunnel.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Ramanathan and Sundarararjan captured the title with a 9-under par, the park district said.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
Preposition
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On Monday, temperatures will be above average across much of the Midwest and Northwest, and below average in California and southwest Arizona.—
Kenton Gewecke,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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Suggs, Banchero, Wagner and Black ranked as below-average 3-point shooters at their respective positions during the regular season.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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And ultimately, the Supreme Court overruled those lower court rulings and did declare the embryos as children qualifying under the wrongful death statute.—
Dana Taylor,
USA TODAY,
1 Mar. 2024
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Lower gas demand amid increasing supply has led to lower pump prices.—
Frank Witsil,
Detroit Free Press,
19 June 2023
Preposition
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For now, the Buddha’s feet were stuck near the top of their support poles; a man in the scissor lift struggled to push them farther apart.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Hours earlier, a vessel near the strait reported being attacked by several small boats.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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In the first episode back, Cranston stands completely nude as Kaczmarek’s Lois shaves his back and nether regions.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Deep in the nether regions of our power ratings, these two underdogs are separated by fewer than 2 points per 100 possessions in basic strength.—
Jordan Brenner,
New York Times,
17 Mar. 2026
Preposition
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But the naval operation, along with Iran’s blocking of the Strait of Hormuz, threatens to raise costs for Americans.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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While the Sky are looking to rebound from a 10-34 season, the Dream went 30-14 last season and Reese’s growing offensive game, along with her strength on the boards, only adds to their championship hopes.—
Kalen Lumpkins,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Underneath.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underneath. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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