as in emphasizes
to make more apparent
a history of the Old West that underscores the role that pioneer women had in bringing order and stability to the wild frontier
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Recent Examples of underscores
The decision also underscores the risks of vocal injury for artists performing demanding live shows night after night, a reality discussed in coverage of other recent touring cancellations.
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Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Of course, the real story here, as the name underscores, is the 12-cylinder engine beneath the vehicle’s long hood.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
That Kim attended the parade, a first for a North Korean leader since 1959, underscores that this is a collection of disaffected powers—and China is happy to marshal them.
—Kerry Brown, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
That comparison underscores why Verisk’s $250 billion warning is not hypothetical.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The strategy underscores a balancing act for McDonald’s.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2025
Jack’s mission in Ohio and Michigan underscores how much the GOP’s fortunes in 2026 will hinge on maps or margins and who carries the banner in swing districts.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2025
Throughout it all — from her pageant win to her rise to viral fame — Blankenship underscores the fact that her experience as an intersex individual isn't universal.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The photo underscores Bryant’s Top O’ Hill redemption narrative.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
Of course, the real story here, as the name underscores, is the 12-cylinder engine beneath the vehicle’s long hood.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2025
That Kim attended the parade, a first for a North Korean leader since 1959, underscores that this is a collection of disaffected powers—and China is happy to marshal them.
—Kerry Brown, Time, 4 Sep. 2025
That comparison underscores why Verisk’s $250 billion warning is not hypothetical.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The strategy underscores a balancing act for McDonald’s.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2025
Jack’s mission in Ohio and Michigan underscores how much the GOP’s fortunes in 2026 will hinge on maps or margins and who carries the banner in swing districts.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 27 Aug. 2025
Throughout it all — from her pageant win to her rise to viral fame — Blankenship underscores the fact that her experience as an intersex individual isn't universal.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
The photo underscores Bryant’s Top O’ Hill redemption narrative.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underscores
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Verizon emphasizes simple pricing and provides promotional discounts for customers who bundle with a Verizon mobile plan.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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The company emphasizes 360° capture, low inertia, and direct-drive operation for low noise and minimal maintenance.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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The weak showing reinforces a picture of a labor market that has almost entirely lost momentum.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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This partnership also reinforces O’Neal’s commitment to working with partners who understand his vision of making quality products accessible to everyday consumers.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Underscores.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscores. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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