de-emphasize
Example Sentences
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Mark Warner, a trade and investment lawyer who practices in both the U.S. and Canada, said Wiseman is trying to de-emphasize the annual review process as a means to reduce the uncertainty holding back executives.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
Lockheed stock was flat over that span, with investors worried that militaries would de-emphasize their manned fighter jets in favor of lower-cost autonomous systems.
From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026
McLennan explained that the fund will, at times, de-emphasize gold and load up more on stocks.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026
The Gates foundation policy dovetails with calls by some open-access advocates to de-emphasize the role of journal articles in quality control and professional evaluations.
From Science Magazine • Apr. 1, 2024
For these persons, I usually de-emphasize the need for passing the tests and concentrate on the therapeutic results which are desired.
From A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis by Powers, Melvin
