underpinned
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"It is important that progress on electrification is underpinned by clean energy sources," it said in a memo to members.
From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026
His New York run was underpinned by an improved backhand and better defensive skills, but not being able to execute his damaging forehand in crucial moments proved costly against Zverev.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
That export boom has been underpinned in large part by insatiable global demand for AI-related products including computers, semiconductors and data centre equipment.
From Barron's ● Oct. 18, 2026
A major reason homeownership underpinned wealth for previous generations is that a mortgage can function as a sort of forced savings account.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 16, 2026
The frilled skirt was underpinned with buckram to make it flare.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
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