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has underlain

  • present perfect of underlie (3rd person singular).

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That tendency to chop and change has underlain much of the criticism he has received from Mexico fans but Osorio is adamant that it is vital for everybody to feel involved.

From The Guardian Jun. 12, 2018

Out in the open at last was the explosive issue which has underlain most of the fighting between Labor and the motormakers since C. I. O. moved into the industry two years ago.

From Time Magazine Archive

Their awakened nationalism now competes with the Russian nationalism that has underlain the country's highly defensive brand of patriotism for more than 60 years.

From Time Magazine Archive

Its remarkable success has been due solely to the unselfish spirit of service which has underlain it.

From The War Romance of the Salvation Army by Hill, Grace Livingston

The tenderness which has underlain even John's remonstrances culminates in his closing words.

From A Handbook to the Works of Browning (6th ed.) by Orr, Sutherland, Mrs.