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downplayed

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Synonyms

STRONGEST

lessen play down soften

STRONG

devalue whitewash

WEAK

attach little importance to deemphasize give little weight to make light of think nothing of

Example Sentences

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Pratt has downplayed his party affiliation, pointing out that the mayor’s race is nonpartisan.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

But health officials have insisted that the risk for global public health is low and downplayed comparisons to the Covid-19 pandemic.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Earlier, Trump downplayed Iran’s latest peace offer, though Pakistani officials were reportedly still working to get the two sides back to the negotiating table.

From MarketWatch • May 3, 2026

The secretary downplayed last year’s measles outbreak in West Texas and promoted vitamin A, which is not a substitute for vaccination or a viable treatment.

From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026

They downplayed the event to such a degree that the day carried on as usual, though Lazlo felt as though he’d left “usual” behind forever.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor