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used to show that something or someone is directly below or under something
- The cat hid underneath the porch during the storm.
- We placed the heater underneath the table to stay warm.
- His keys were found underneath the sofa cushion.
- The workers set up scaffolding underneath the bridge.
- A secret tunnel ran underneath the old church.
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subject to the power, influence, or domination of someone or something
- The rebels fought underneath a brutal monarchy.
- Artists often struggled underneath strict censorship.
- Entire villages suffered underneath corrupt landlords.
- Free thought was stifled underneath harsh government controls.
- Communities rallied underneath the shadow of colonial rule.