- plural of underpinning.
underpinnings
Example Sentences
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Christine Idzelis looked into the broad underpinnings of value stocks’ resurgence, which can set up a longer-term period of outperformance.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 18, 2026
He charms the staff with his knowledge of these obscure machines – pointing out the bellows that power a church organ, and the pneumatic underpinnings of a piano roll player.
From BBC ● May 14, 2026
"Our study reveals unique biological underpinnings of mental health that are often obscured by broad diagnostic categories."
From Science Daily ● May 4, 2026
Regarding contemporary customs, Mr. Currey reveals part of the experiential underpinnings of his book.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 10, 2026
He became a full staff member of the Mount Wilson Observatory, learned many of the scientific underpinnings of his work and died rich in the respect of the astronomical community.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
