1
as in underworlds
a social sphere that exists outside of the mainstream
unable to get work in mainstream films, the actor ended up in Hollywood's underbelly—the porn industry
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as in undersides
the side or part facing downward from something
the underbelly of the old submarine is in bad shape
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as in backs
a vulnerable point
the vast, thinly guarded southern border was obviously the underbelly of the nation's line of defense
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The quarter-zip top has an oversized, relaxed fit and the bottoms are made with a drawstring waistband and also feature side pockets to keep your hands toasty.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
26 Dec. 2024 -
The bottoms, equally as comfy, feature an elastic waistband, wide legs, and a relaxed fit.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
26 Dec. 2024
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“Underbellies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underbellies. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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