watered

Example Sentences

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Cox initially had a three strike rule for customers, but Sony alleged the company watered down its consequences for infringers to just a stern warning over time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Bass, who is facing renewed scrutiny after an analysis of the Palisades fire was watered down, did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Wednesday’s meeting.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

However, late on Monday reports said Liberal leader Sussan Ley had reached an agreement with the government on a watered down version.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

At the height of summer some plants, like a monstera, can be watered two or three times a week.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

I’d reconciled myself to our fashions being watered down and thoughtlessly mixed in with other Eastern styles.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu