only underline

Frequency: 7.614.1 per million words

to do no more than emphasize something that is already known or expected

underlineADVERB + VERB

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Examples (10)

  • This incident only underlines the urgency of the situation.
  • His reaction only underlined what everyone already suspected.
  • The report only underlines the challenges ahead.
  • Her silence only underlined her disapproval.
  • The recent data only underlines the need for stricter regulations.
  • This setback only underlined the importance of perseverance.
  • His apology only underlined the depth of his regret.
  • The controversy only underlined how divided the community was.
  • This decision will only underline the power of collective action.
  • For many, the result only underlined their existing frustrations.