underlie

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Verb underlie has 2 senses

underlie - be or form the base for
--₁ is one way to be
Sample sentence:
Something ----s something
underlie - lie underneath
--₂ is one way to lie
Sample sentence:
Something ----s something

Definitions from the Web

Underlie

Definition:

verb

1. (of a fact, idea, or cause) be the basis or foundation of something.

2. be situated or concealed beneath something else.

Examples:

1. The principle of supply and demand underlies the functioning of a market economy.

2. The belief in equality underlies the democratic system.

3. The strong current flowing beneath the surface underlies the calm appearance of the lake.

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