UNDERLINES Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

underlines

verb

present tense third-person singular of underline

as in emphasizes

to indicate the importance of by giving prominent display the dean's speech underlined some of the impressive accomplishments racked up by members of the graduation class

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Recent Examples of underlines Ditto a late-night fishing excursion that underlines the importance of food to community and vice versa. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026 The dynamic underlines just how intertwined these AI companies are with Big Tech. — Kate Rooney, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026 But the vote for the measure underlines opposition to the war even from some members of the President’s party. — Connor Greene, Time, 23 July 2026 Even the relentless pursuit of Joao Felix across at least three windows underlines his willingness to sign players who have question marks against them. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026 The tournament itself underlines the point. — Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Archaeologists have discovered a huge Viking Age textile production site in Denmark that dates back more than 1,000 years and underlines the sophistication of Viking society. — James Brooks, Fortune, 24 June 2026 Following up her argument from last year, Julie Roy underlines the efforts provided by Téléfilm-Canada and its partners to bring Canadian stories to both national and international children and adults alike. — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 18 June 2026 That slight bounce underlines Phil’s optimistic breakthrough. — Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 10 June 2026

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The Great Room's menu is heavy on appetizers and small bites, while the formal Dining Room emphasizes British Columbian wines.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
The author emphasizes that financial security allows partnership to be a choice for love and mutual betterment, rather than a necessity for survival.

— Kristin Vance Richards, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

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The sleek nearby kitchen has a long, sinuous island and a casual dining spot, and the secondary kitchen reinforces the house’s ability to support hospitality on a grand scale while remaining a comfortable place to live.

— Mark David, Robb Report, 11 Aug. 2026
Furthermore, the discovery reinforces Rio Grande do Sul’s status as one of the world’s most important regions for the study of Triassic fauna.

— The Conversation, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

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