- past participle of underscore.
- past tense form of underscore.
underscored
Example Sentences
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The ongoing strikes have underscored the strategic importance of the Strait.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
The range of reactions underscored Graham’s unusual place in American politics.
From Salon ● Jul. 12, 2026
Minutes from the Fed’s mid-June policy meeting underscored a hawkish shift across the committee, weighing on the non-yielding metal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 9, 2026
Last week, Warsh underscored his commitment to getting inflation down to 2% and kept the door open to rate hikes.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026
“God is hearing every word,” the preacher underscored her plea.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
