verb (often used with 'on' or 'in') as in strong fondness

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deemphasize, underplay, downplay

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Example Sentences

Example:The report deemphasizes financial matters, focusing more on the company's long-term strategies.

Definition:to emphasize less or to reduce the importance of something by stressing it less or ignoring it.

From deemphasize

Example:The coach underplayed the importance of the upcoming game to keep the team relaxed.

Definition:to make something appear less important or significant than it really is, often by giving it less emphasis.

From underplay

Example:The political candidate downplayed their opponents' weaknesses to avoid causing a major scandal.

Definition:to make something appear less important or excessive than it really is, often by giving it less emphasis or attention.

From downplay