English

underscore

ˌʌndərˈskɔr
Meaning: to emphasize; to underline
Part of Speech: Verb

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Verb inflections

Form Inflected form
Base underscore
3rd person singular present underscores
Present participle underscoring
Past underscored
Will future will underscore
Going-to future going to underscore
Imperative negative don't underscore / do not underscore

Example

The study's results underscore the need for better security.
The study's results underscore the need for better security.

Usage Notes

Often used in academic or professional contexts to highlight the importance of a specific finding or requirement.

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