played down
Example Sentences
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In typical fashion, Alonso played down any concerns that his side almost threw away a three-goal lead.
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
He conspicuously played down signs of disinflation in recent months by noting evidence that prices for too many goods continue to rise too quickly.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
Canadian banking heavyweights Bank of Nova Scotia and Bank of Montreal largely played down tariff concerns on their earnings calls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Boss Oliver Glasner has played down the need for midfield reinforcements, despite Elliot Anderson's departure to Manchester City.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
The existence of such residues is either played down by the industry as unimportant or is flatly denied.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
