as in emphasis
a special notice or importance given to something
the underscoring we've given the play's local setting will hopefully increase ticket sales
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as in emphasizing
to make more apparent
a history of the Old West that underscores the role that pioneer women had in bringing order and stability to the wild frontier
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Recent Examples of underscoring
Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
China's recent decision to ban exports of several critical minerals has dealt a blow to key American industries, underscoring the high stakes in the ongoing trade war between the world's two largest economies.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
His remarks came as official data showed the country’s exports rose last month at a slower rate than expected while imports shrunk further, underscoring the challenges China is still facing.
—Peter Catterall, Fortune Asia, 10 Dec. 2024
The film highlighted her impact on literature, activism, and culture, underscoring her enduring relevance.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The Associated Press learned that tickets for this service were claimed within 25 minutes, underscoring Notre Dame's enduring appeal.
—Thomas Adamson and Sylvie Corbet The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Rongke Power – the firm behind the project – says that this achievement sets a new benchmark for long-duration energy storage, underscoring the power and potential of vanadium flow battery technology in advancing a sustainable energy future.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
His operation the following day ensured his recovery, underscoring the life-saving potential of wearable technology in everyday health emergencies.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
Although this rate has since stabilized, the outflow of Israelis remains significant, underscoring deeper concerns about safety, governance, and social cohesion.
—Samuel Burke, Fortune Europe, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
For instance, despite a tough 2023, the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index showed a 280% rise in rare whiskey prices in the past decade, underscoring the robust demand for high-quality, limited-edition spirits.
—Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
China's recent decision to ban exports of several critical minerals has dealt a blow to key American industries, underscoring the high stakes in the ongoing trade war between the world's two largest economies.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
His remarks came as official data showed the country’s exports rose last month at a slower rate than expected while imports shrunk further, underscoring the challenges China is still facing.
—Peter Catterall, Fortune Asia, 10 Dec. 2024
The film highlighted her impact on literature, activism, and culture, underscoring her enduring relevance.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
The Associated Press learned that tickets for this service were claimed within 25 minutes, underscoring Notre Dame's enduring appeal.
—Thomas Adamson and Sylvie Corbet The Associated Press, arkansasonline.com, 9 Dec. 2024
Rongke Power – the firm behind the project – says that this achievement sets a new benchmark for long-duration energy storage, underscoring the power and potential of vanadium flow battery technology in advancing a sustainable energy future.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2024
His operation the following day ensured his recovery, underscoring the life-saving potential of wearable technology in everyday health emergencies.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 Nov. 2024
Although this rate has since stabilized, the outflow of Israelis remains significant, underscoring deeper concerns about safety, governance, and social cohesion.
—Samuel Burke, Fortune Europe, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for underscoring
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Montblanc places significant emphasis on aligning its values with those of its partners in celebrity collaborations.Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Pam Danziger covers retail with an emphasis on luxury brands and affluent consumers.Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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During the event, Yi clarified to IE that their technology is currently applied to satellite images, emphasizing that while it can be used for all types of images, the quality of results may vary based on the resolution of the source images.Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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By emphasizing the organization’s commitment to mutual respect and shared goals, HR leaders can minimize disruptions while maximizing team effectiveness.Melanie Hughes, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Upgrading and reinforcing the offensive line has to be a top priority in the offseason.Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Related Story Additionally, the project explores how to transform fibrous fragments collected during water treatment into new textile products, reinforcing the project’s commitment to the circular economy.Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Underscoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscoring. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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