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underlying
adjective
In the nature of something though not readily apparent
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adjective
In the nature of something though not readily apparent
“Shortcomings inherent in our approach”
adjective
Located beneath or below
adjective
Being or involving basic facts or principles
“The fundamental laws of the universe”
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Shortcomings inherent in our approach
An underlying meaning
The fundamental laws of the universe
A fundamental incompatibility between them
These rudimentary truths
Underlying principles
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