undergird

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Insider-trading rules backed by criminal penalties undergird confident stock trading.

From Barron's • Jan. 2, 2026

We try and understand the meaning systems that undergird whatever group we’re studying.

From Salon • Nov. 20, 2025

Both sides point to the absence of previous prosecutions to undergird their arguments.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2024

Aquilino said the AI can undergird U.S. military “decision superiority:” dominance in the tactical decision-making process to maintain advantages over potential enemies.

From Washington Times • Dec. 3, 2023

“Repair it, uncle! how can—” “Never mind just now, hand out a blanket, quick; I’ll explain after; we must undergird her and keep out as much water as we can.”

From The Giant of the North Pokings Round the Pole by Ballantyne, R. M. (Robert Michael)