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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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Over the longer term, mixed results have underscored the inherent volatility in her investment strategy.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

This was underscored by your speech on Monday.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

The mea culpa was well-received by the trio and underscored Cora’s ability to smooth over even the most awkward situations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Data from the International Energy Agency underscored this U.S outlier status, with a 2.6% decline in domestic sales of plug-in vehicles bucking the global trend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Before our shift the next day, the training officer underscored the seriousness of what had happened and said that the injured inmate was very likely to sue the Department.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover