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underground

[uhn-der-ground, uhn-der-ground] / ˈʌn dərˈgraʊnd, ˈʌn dərˌgraʊnd /




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The stakes are high for both the Mexican government and the underground economies that run parallel to it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

These attacks have made Madyar a priority target for Russia, he says, forcing him into secret underground bunkers.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

National Grid said the work involved constructing two new substations, installing transformers as well as laying 2km of underground cables.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

If there were a statewide measure for commercial businesses, many would probably have to build retention ponds or swales to filter out contaminants before water percolates underground.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

With the rat squeaking directions in her ear, Roz stomped deeper into the underground.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown




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