underscore
Example Sentences
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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
Instead of making the case for the war, Rubio’s comments underscore its fragility.
From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026
Real-world examples across the state underscore the point.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
The results underscore the headwinds the Chinese electronics giant has been contending with across its businesses, with shares under pressure over the past six months amid concerns about the challenging environment.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
It would speak eloquently of how rare are the living things of our planet, and would underscore, as nothing else in human history has, the individual worth of every human being.
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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