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underscores

VERB

underline, emphasize

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accentuate highlight indicate mark stress

STRONG

accent caption feature italicize

WEAK

call attention to draw attention to give emphasis point to

Example Sentences

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Experts say that while the increase in cases could reflect better reporting of cybercrimes, it also underscores the changing nature of criminal activity.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

The arrest also underscores Iran’s continuing threat to Americans at home and abroad.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

President Xi Jinping’s warning to President Trump on Taiwan underscores the island’s importance to investors.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Yet the fact that Hüller is one of the bigger names at this year’s Cannes also underscores Hollywood’s absence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

And even through the children’s laughter there’s this insidious silence that underscores everything; then again, maybe the silence was always there, and I’m only just noticing it now.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman