underscore
verb (used with object)
to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis.
underscores
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pluralof underscore.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof underscore (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
underscoreverb (used with object)to mark with a line or lines underneath; underline, as for emphasis.
Example Sentences
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But experts said ProPublica’s data analysis, along with stories about delays in ectopic care, underscores the need to find out what is driving the deaths.
From Salon β Sep. 13, 2026
"This investment underscores Google's commitment to grow our presence responsibly, pairing the expansion of our technical infrastructure with new energy capacity, grid enhancements, and energy affordability initiatives," she added.
From BBC β Sep. 9, 2026
Even so, the research provides another glimpse into changes that may occur long before Alzheimer's becomes clinically visible and underscores the value of basic research aimed at understanding and, eventually, anticipating the disease.
From Science Daily β Aug. 29, 2026
Still, to many in Moscow, the vote on the statue underscores the extent to which civic life has been relegated to matters of urban planning.
From The Wall Street Journal β Aug. 28, 2026
Roman's observation underscores how difficult it is for those of us preoccupied with the humdrum concerns of adulthood to recall how forcefully we were once buffeted by the passions and longings of youth.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
