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 losses underscore the extent to which the conflict in Iran has upended perceived wisdom in the bond markets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 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