played down
Example Sentences
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Consumers, however, are still struggling with higher prices, although analysts played down the impact on Netflix when tariffs hit last year.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026
They argue that framing Stretch as a stable, high-yield “money market” alternative played down its inherent risks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
The executives played down the notion that the two companies are being set up for another deal.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2026
Waterman had to be restrained by other players as he continued to take issue with Rodriguez, though head coach Thomas Christiansen played down the incident.
From BBC ● Jun. 27, 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
