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downplay
[ doun-pley ]
verb (used with object)
- to treat or speak of (something) so as to reduce emphasis on its importance, value, strength, etc.:
The press has downplayed the president's role in the negotiations.
downplay
/ ˈ岹ʊˌɪ /
verb
- tr to play down; make little of
Word History and Origins
Example Sentences
Documents circulated between EU states also suggest a deal could be rebranded as a "youth experience" scheme, in a bid to downplay any link to migration.
Critics argue the lack of transparency reflects an approach within the administration that downplays potential conflicts.
Older adaptations are on the whole cozy, while more recent versions tend to be darker, downplaying the romance and comedy.
Previously, Huntsman recommended the department shutter its Risk Management Bureau, which he said has been silencing whistleblowers and downplaying misconduct.
The essayist’s power lies in his willingness to satirize the inherent absurdity of life without ever downplaying what it means to be human.
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