underlie
Example Sentences
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"If we don't understand the underlying tectonic processes, it's hard to predict the seismic hazard," said coauthor Amanda Thomas, professor of earth and planetary sciences at UC Davis.
From Science Daily
But they say further unrest is possible given underlying complaints about a spiraling economy and heavy-handed rule remain unresolved.
"That will tell us what circuits are actually being built during this developmental window. Understanding how and when these connections form can advance our knowledge of both brain development and the mechanisms underlying neuropsychiatric disorders."
From Science Daily
In a one-page order, Lamberth wrote that Revolution Wind was likely to succeed in underlying litigation, faced "irreparable harm" without an injunction, and the venture's request was "in the public interest."
From Barron's
These are meant to encourage many of the kinds of underlying activity that is ultimately driving a lot of this financing, such as investments in data centers and energy infrastructure.
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