downplay
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Warsh could push back against possible rate hikes and downplay inflation concerns, echoing recent comments from White House officials, according to some experts.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 14, 2026
On Tuesday’s edition of “The Five,” co-host Jesse Watters tried to downplay the boos.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
McSweeney also sought to downplay claims about Lord Mandelson's influence over the current Labour government, arguing that while he would offer up advice he was far from the only figure to do this.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
But Lagarde sought to downplay the similarities with that period.
From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026
As Luke was opening his mouth to downplay it, to tell her it wasn’t a problem—that Toby was as tough as he was annoying—Annie leaned over and kissed him.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
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