de-emphasize

Example Sentences

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Black studies scholars believe that concepts the board de-emphasized — like reparations, Black Lives Matter and intersectionality — are foundational to the college-level discipline of African American studies.

From New York Times

But if “broad strategic guidance” means specifying what content should be emphasized and de-emphasized, the audience will perceive the result as propaganda.

From Washington Post

Still, Republicans running for mayor find themselves doing a political tap dance, trying to de-emphasize but not disavow their opposition to abortion rights, which is not an electoral winner in Democratic cities.

From New York Times

Now that her recruitment journey is over, she has been able to de-emphasize tournament play.

From Washington Post

The movement to de-emphasize punishment has been gaining momentum around the world, and in a new book, “What’s Prison For?”

From New York Times