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
The resumption of uninterrupted energy flows is what underpins any sustained stock market recovery, according to investment manager Orbis.
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Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
At stake is the economic model that underpins the entire creative industry.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Shakti is the female energy that underpins the entire universe, and she is particularly associated with mountains.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
Pitches that just barely graze the rigid outer edge of the strike zone prompted questions about how infinitesimally accurate the HawkEye technology that underpins ABS can be.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
That positioning underpins much of the vessel’s design and operational thinking, from its flexible accommodations to the onboard programming.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
The problem is the film just keeps hitting this same note over and over without ever caring to explore the psychology that underpins this.
—Chase Hutchinson, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
At the federal level, legal foundations supporting vehicle emissions standards — including the endangerment finding that underpins limits on harmful tailpipe pollution — are being challenged.
—Bob Keefe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Green thinking underpins every practice at Hotel Maria - from the energy-efficient lighting right through to recycling programs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 20 Apr. 2026
At stake is the economic model that underpins the entire creative industry.
—Francesca Cassidy, Fortune, 8 Apr. 2026
Shakti is the female energy that underpins the entire universe, and she is particularly associated with mountains.
—Elizabeth Cantrell, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2026
Pitches that just barely graze the rigid outer edge of the strike zone prompted questions about how infinitesimally accurate the HawkEye technology that underpins ABS can be.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
That positioning underpins much of the vessel’s design and operational thinking, from its flexible accommodations to the onboard programming.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 20 Mar. 2026
The problem is the film just keeps hitting this same note over and over without ever caring to explore the psychology that underpins this.
—Chase Hutchinson, IndieWire, 19 Mar. 2026
At the federal level, legal foundations supporting vehicle emissions standards — including the endangerment finding that underpins limits on harmful tailpipe pollution — are being challenged.
—Bob Keefe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Green thinking underpins every practice at Hotel Maria - from the energy-efficient lighting right through to recycling programs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underpins
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The district’s identity as both a destination and a neighborhood depends on striking a balance between entertainment vitality and the livability that sustains long-term commercial investment.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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By Michelle Edgar In a neighborhood often defined by its challenges, a different story is taking shape with the unveiling of a mural honoring unity, immigrant contributions and the unseen work that sustains Los Angeles.—
Daily News,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Teresa Moya, the museum’s director, told the Art Newspaper that the addition supports Anahuacalli’s role as a center for research, conservation, and study.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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This supports housing stability and economic mobility in Charlotte’s West End.—
Chase Jordan
April 21,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
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The 5-10, 199-pound Nixon signed with the Packers on Saturday, following a season in which the Texas native led the Knights in rushing touchdowns (seven) and was second in rushing yards (554) and carries (71).—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Apr. 2026
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Reaves’ soft-tissue injury usually carries a four-to-six-week recovery process.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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The selection of Thieneman immediately bolsters a secondary that was depleted during free agency.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The addition bolsters an offensive line that suffered some attrition at the end of last season.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Apr. 2026
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The letter also alludes to potential legal action if the county upholds the policies in question.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2026
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If Magyar upholds his pledge to implement anti-corruption reforms in Hungary, that could also help repair the country’s relationship with the EU, since much of the tension in the relationship stemmed from the rise of corruption in Hungary, Végh said.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
12 Apr. 2026
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“Underpins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underpins. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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