- present tense form of underscore (3rd person singular).
- plural of underscore.
underscores
Example Sentences
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The trend underscores how dissent is increasingly being shaped by internet culture, particularly among the Gen Z.
From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026
The report underscores how households are keeping the Canadian economy afloat, and helping drive a rebound that’s expected to show solid growth in the second quarter.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
"This research underscores the value of long-term marine mammal stranding response programs," said Page.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 21, 2026
The dispute underscores the potential for conflicts as non-profit groups seek to expand services to people in addiction recovery, the homeless and others.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
In addition to the ready perspective it offers on relative risk, the safety index underscores the obvious fact that every activity carries some risk.
From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos
