Example Sentences

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But even Reitzes’ target undersells what is possible.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

But even that eye-popping number undersells just how efficient he was, as he prepares to face the San Francisco 49ers for a spot in the NFC Championship game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

"Everyone starts off with the pace, but I think that really undersells Louis' value," he told Rugby Union Weekly.

From BBC • May 22, 2025

The only way that Scott might not be a vice presidential “hopeful” is that the phrase undersells it.

From Slate • Feb. 22, 2024

The defence of his action sometimes takes the form of a denial that the Salvation Army undersells outside produce in the market.

From Problems of Poverty by Hobson, J. A. (John Atkinson)