downplayed
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Backers have downplayed such warnings, saying the measure gives the City Council the power to reduce the park funding allotment by 30% during fiscal emergencies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
“The data was presented in a way that downplayed the risk to deflect responsibility,” Dixon said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
US President Donald Trump has downplayed risks posed by artificial intelligence following days of dire warnings by experts.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
When Moulton launched his campaign, he downplayed any real policy differences with Markey.
From Slate ● Sep. 2, 2026
She had always gone her own way, though she downplayed her choices, calling them accidents.
From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez
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