underline

vt.

1. 在…下面画线
   • Underline the sentence.
     在这个句子下面画线。
   • Please underline the noun clauses in the passage.
     请用线画出短文中的名词性从句。
   • He underlined his signature with a little flourish.
     他挥笔在签名下画了一条线。
2. 加强, 强调
   • That article underlined the same problem.
     那篇文章强调了同一个问题。
   • In his speech he underlined several points.
     他在讲话中强调了几点。
   • She underlined her disapproval of the proceedings by walking out.
     她退席以表示不赞成这些做法。
   • The sudden summoning of the Cabinet underlines the seriousness of the situation.
     内阁会议的突然召开, 突出了局势的严重性。
   • The accident at the factory underlines the need of better safety standards.
     工厂里发生的事故表明了需要更高的安全标准。