downplay
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On Tuesday’s edition of “The Five,” co-host Jesse Watters tried to downplay the boos.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
The otter swim instructors say they were told to downplay the bites as “just animal things” and to offer Neosporin and a bandaid.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Describing the punishment Southampton received as "ridiculous", Solak tried to downplay the seriousness of the club's cheating.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
The court tried to downplay this point by saying that it is just a “poster” and therefore lacks any coercive effect.
From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026
“Tarte Philippe, the indescribable dessert . . .” Penelope stopped, for it occurred to her that it might be wise to downplay her firsthand knowledge of this tasty treat.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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