downplaying
Example Sentences
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“I think people are downplaying the significance of Nimbyism in this country right now,” Purohit said, adding that companies looking to sell this summer will be scrutinized for how they plan to handle it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Rama has pivoted between downplaying the protesters as misinformed and dismissing the movement as foreign-backed.
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
“Maybe I’m just downplaying us a little bit too much in that.”
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 2026
Blanche described Allen as a serious threat, while also downplaying his proximity to the president and the likelihood that he ever could have caused harm to administration officials.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2026
He keeps his face neutral, downplaying his feelings for my benefit.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
