understated

Example Sentences

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However, it concluded the force overstated the threat posed by the Israeli fans and understated the risk posed to them.

From BBC

"The threats posed by Maccabi Tel Aviv fans were overstated based on numerous inaccurate claims, and the genuine risk to them was understated," they said.

From BBC

Economists cautioned that the December reading released Tuesday would likely reflect some payback for an understated November figure.

From The Wall Street Journal

And while the tangy, aromatic gravy is often considered the show stealer, it would lose much of its charm in the absence of its understated partner.

From BBC

They suggest this likely means the benefits of tramadol are overstated while its harms are understated.

From Science Daily