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understatement

[uhn-der-steyt-muhnt, uhn-der-steyt-] / ˌʌn dərˈsteɪt mənt, ˈʌn dərˌsteɪt- /


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Initial data showed 25 Foundayo prescriptions, but analysts believe this is an understatement.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Saying that the Bank is in "wait and see" mode, is an understatement.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

To call CF an under-the-radar company may be an understatement.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

According to the Constitution and the values that fueled the American Revolution, this is an understatement.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

“Disappointed” was a bit of an understatement, Harry thought.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling




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