underline
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
"What Burnham's doing is really very different because he's trying to underline that things can be better, and government can still make a difference."
From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026
To underline his point, equity financing costs are roughly where they were during the global financial crisis.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026
That would be unprecedented in post-war Germany and would underline Merz's dire approval ratings.
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
The European Commission added that the latest developments underline Europe’s need for technological sovereignty.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 14, 2026
Benefo uses his hands to underline his statement.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
![]()
"He offers energy, outstanding work rate and an exceptional range of passing. His improvement in recent years has been really impressive and underlines his desire to be the best player he can be," Viana said.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
The former Chelsea manager's appointment underlines the 46-year-old's rapid rise in management, having only taken his first head coach's role in 2021.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
But May’s exit also underlines the broader reality of college sports in the topsy-turvy 2020s.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
The Goldman Sachs forex team underlines Baur’s point: “rate differentials have a larger and more consistent correlation with the dollar than oil prices.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 19, 2026
Vincent writes in response: “That’s a really good one, about Bague,” and underlines it three times.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
![]()
As for the market, the news again underlined the progress Chinese AI labs have made relative to their American counterparts.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
A Paramount spokesperson told Variety that the company is "grateful for the Court’s swift order" and underlined that it "preserves the status quo while the Court considers the antitrust issues presented."
From Barron's ● Jul. 20, 2026
John “Jak” Raymond, a delegate candidate in Hancock County, also underlined how the county delegate electorate differs from the primary electorate.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
A run to the Australian Open quarter-finals in 2024 underlined her talent, but consistent runs at the majors have been rare.
From BBC ● Jul. 9, 2026
The markers, underlined in the examples, pair off this way: not only... but also... both ... and ... either... or... neither... nor...
From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker
![]()
International investors are wagering that London-listed stocks trade at a discount, underlining the valuation gap between U.K. stocks and their international peers, Streeter writes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 7, 2026
Speaking to BBC Radio 4's World at One on Monday, actress Juliet Stevenson praised Pike's actions, underlining how actors and audiences share a mutual "responsibility" in maintaining the "illusion" of an "imaginative world".
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2026
"Yes, pretty dubious. Most of the things I do in this show are pretty dubious," he says with a flourish, underlining just how much he relishes this role.
From BBC ● May 13, 2026
And it ensnares Artie in a web of secrecy, underlining how “blind we humans are … moving through life as though through shadows.”
From Los Angeles Times ● May 5, 2026
Occasionally he would seize the pencil and scrawl a word, underlining it, making sure I said it as I was supposed to.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing underline
Language and Grammar - Introductory
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Language and Grammar - Middle School
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Reading: Informational - Introductory
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!