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as in supported
to lie underneath
A layer of rock underlies the topsoil.
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as in grounded
to form the basis or foundation of (something, such as an idea)
The assumption that underlies their argument is faulty.
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Recent Examples of underlay
Sometimes rapid drumming underlaid the chant-singing.
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Ian Frazier, The New Yorker, 9 Aug. 2023
Creating the ne plus ultra of the jazz avant-garde while reclaiming the prehistory that underlay it, Ayler reconceived its place in Black American culture.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 18 July 2023
Reportedly, Ukraine’s satisfaction with cooperation on the importing of the Slovakian Zuzana 2 howitzer underlays the new deal, though some media outlets warn of political risks depending on the results of Slovakian elections.
—Sébastien Roblin, Popular Mechanics, 13 July 2023
The clear understanding of the Middle East’s military balance that once underlay its relative stability is disintegrating before the winds of new technological and strategic change.
—Kenneth M. Pollack, Foreign Affairs, 19 Apr. 2022
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Ian Frazier, The New Yorker, 9 Aug. 2023
Creating the ne plus ultra of the jazz avant-garde while reclaiming the prehistory that underlay it, Ayler reconceived its place in Black American culture.
—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 18 July 2023
Reportedly, Ukraine’s satisfaction with cooperation on the importing of the Slovakian Zuzana 2 howitzer underlays the new deal, though some media outlets warn of political risks depending on the results of Slovakian elections.
—Sébastien Roblin, Popular Mechanics, 13 July 2023
The clear understanding of the Middle East’s military balance that once underlay its relative stability is disintegrating before the winds of new technological and strategic change.
—Kenneth M. Pollack, Foreign Affairs, 19 Apr. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underlay
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The best thing wealth managers can do is to tailor philanthropic advice to accommodate these generational differences, ensuring that both younger and older investors feel understood and supported in their philanthropic endeavors.April Rudin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Our fact-check work is supported in part by a grant from Meta.Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
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Below, Taylor and Daniel go into detail about what couple-care means to their relationship, the practices that keep them grounded, and much more.Akili King, Essence, 4 Oct. 2024
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Jon Singleton then grounded to first, and Spencer Torkelson made a low throw to the plate that could not be gloved by catcher Jake Rogers.Dan Freedman, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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In the years since her death, her bandmates and fans have mourned her and upheld her legacy.Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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In 1998 and and 1999, the California Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of California upheld Erik and Lyle’s convictions and declined to review the case.Jordan Moreau, Variety, 3 Oct. 2024
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Additional analysis indicated minerals in the meteorite at one point interacted with liquid water on Mars, although a specific timeframe couldn’t be established.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
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Provision for credit losses increased to $920,000 from $888,000, attributed to specific reserves established on impaired loans and higher historical loss factors.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company has reinforced the steel arms on the launch tower that will catch the returning booster.Brandon Lingle, San Antonio Express-News, 3 Oct. 2024
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His commitment to innovation in entertainment, coupled with strategic acquisitions, not only expanded the reach of his companies but also reinforced New York’s status as a center for creativity and media excellence.Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
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There’s a familiarity to the band’s music, an old-school vibe predicated on early ‘60s soul.Charles Moss, SPIN, 3 Oct. 2024
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That deal is predicated on the MLS reaching certain subscriber goals to get paid more by Apple.Alex Sherman, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Underlay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underlay. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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