Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for going under
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Given the first of what figures to be many starts on Sunday, Volantis allowed one unearned run in seven innings of work against UC Davis, striking out eight and giving up one hit in a 9-1 Texas win at UFCU Disch-Falk Field.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Feb. 2026 -
The Tigers’ original RSN deal was worth more than $50 million per year, but the team likely faces a 25-50% reduction in TV money by moving to the league’s broadcast portfolio or striking out on its own.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Tiny water droplets can scatter light, washing out the vivid reds and oranges.—
Daisy Dobrijevic,
Space.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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That's it—no waiting and washing out required.—
Kaitlin Clapinski,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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Swinging a big trade can be the difference in a team winning a championship or flaming out early in the playoffs.—
Mike Barner,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Jack Harper, back working in his hometown after flaming out elsewhere, living as the responsible adult with an adorable little niece and her depressed, alcoholic mother, Zoe (Marin Ireland).—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Going under.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/going%20under. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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