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underline

[uhn-der-lahyn, uhn-der-lahyn, uhn-der-lahyn] / ˈʌn dərˌlaɪn, ˌʌn dərˈlaɪn, ˈʌn dərˌlaɪn /
VERB
emphasize; mark
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accentuate highlight indicate point up stress underscore
STRONG
bracket caption feature italicize rule
WEAK
call attention to check off draw attention to give emphasis interlineate play up point to

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At early Coachella rehearsals, you could see a well-seasoned group working to underline its distinct cultural voice, while still delivering the exuberant pop it’s beloved for.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

"These findings underline the importance of international trade, storage, and flexible policies. Because droughts do not hit all regions at the same time, smart planning can use this natural diversity to buffer global food supplies."

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

And a regional Super Bowl commercial from Kellogg’s Raisin Bran is set to underline the importance of dietary fiber.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

“Recent events, like the appreciation of the euro exchange rate, underline this risk,” he added.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

I underline sultan’s, but then I erase my underlining, in case it is too obvious a clue.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez