underscored

VERB

underline, emphasize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accentuate highlight indicate mark stress

STRONG

accent caption feature italicize

WEAK

call attention to draw attention to give emphasis point to

Example Sentences

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IonQ CEO Niccolo de Masi underscored this sense of urgency in an interview with Barron’s.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

The market’s squeamishness in response to Netflix’s move towards M&A was underscored by a 40% jump in its share price once it abandoned efforts to acquire Warner Bros.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

She also underscored the fact that the reports were filed before he was contact by the FPPC.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Oil giant Saudi Arabia said it is considering expanding capacity worldwide after the Strait of Hormuz disruption underscored the importance of strategic reserves in keeping crude flowing to customers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

As a result, they were making startling discoveries that only underscored the constraints faced by their American colleagues.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik