as in to emphasize
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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Play to Lead also underscores the importance of access to sports for underserved girls, including girls of color, who are LGBTQ+, and who have disabilities—groups that often face greater barriers to playing sports.
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Allison Torres Burtka, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024
The primary result underscored Trump’s influence in the district and almost guaranteed Wied's victory on Tuesday.
—Lawrence Andrea, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
His contributions to the arts and philanthropy continue to resonate, underscoring the indelible mark left by an extraordinary man whose story will remain a testament to resilience and innovation.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
This underscores why watching your holding periods can be so important.
—Becca Stanek, theweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Allison Torres Burtka, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024
The primary result underscored Trump’s influence in the district and almost guaranteed Wied's victory on Tuesday.
—Lawrence Andrea, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
His contributions to the arts and philanthropy continue to resonate, underscoring the indelible mark left by an extraordinary man whose story will remain a testament to resilience and innovation.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 4 Nov. 2024
This underscores why watching your holding periods can be so important.
—Becca Stanek, theweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Underscore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underscore. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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