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downplayed

VERB

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Synonyms

STRONGEST

lessen play down soften

STRONG

devalue whitewash

WEAK

attach little importance to deemphasize give little weight to make light of think nothing of

Example Sentences

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But health officials have insisted that the risk for global public health is low and downplayed comparisons to the Covid-19 pandemic.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Earlier, Trump downplayed Iran’s latest peace offer, though Pakistani officials were reportedly still working to get the two sides back to the negotiating table.

From MarketWatch • May 3, 2026

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has downplayed reports that the US could review its position on the UK's sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

But Rockstar, confirming the hack to gaming publication Kotaku, downplayed the breach - saying "this has no impact on our organisation or our players".

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

“I admit I somewhat downplayed the punishment loops’ dangers.

From "Hollow City" by Ransom Riggs