underside

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It was all a stimulating change from opera-house productions, which often lean on 18th-century elegance instead of exploring the seamy underside and corruption of the demimonde that is at the heart of the piece.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 17, 2026

United then shocked the home side, taking the lead five minutes into the second half through a superb strike from Patrick Dorgu, who hammered in a shot off the underside of the crossbar.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2026

On the underside of its cap are white gills and spores.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

The investigations led by prosecutor Paolo Storari have cast a spotlight on the dark underside of the luxury industry.

From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025

The roots of the ceiling begin to worm, lengthening like vines and crawling across the underside of the hill.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black