underscore
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The researchers say their findings underscore the need for a more coordinated approach that bridges conservation, public health and trade policy and treats wildlife trade as a central driver of global health risk.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Beijing’s actions at the U.N. underscore its limitations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Indonesia's government said "these events underscore the urgent need to strengthen protection for UN peacekeeping forces amid an increasingly dangerous conflict situation".
From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026
Under the surface of the March employment report, however, were some disturbing signs that underscore the U.S. labor market is not as good as it looks.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026
Every now and then Ted pops in to watch with me, pausing the video to underscore a particularly dramatic moment: “See how she’s working around the vase? That’s an accident waiting to happen. ”
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 2
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The ACT: The Language of the Test, List 2
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