tone down

Example Sentences

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While the first day of their summit was light on concrete deals, the overarching take is that both countries are eager to tone down their economic rivalry.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Lasnik also received a pizza delivered in the name of Salas’ son after he called on Trump and his supporters to tone down the rhetoric directed toward the federal courts.

From Salon • Aug. 1, 2025

Candidates may tone down attacks and even form alliances with like-minded rivals, as progressives did in New York, to earn second-choice votes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 10, 2025

The Panthers usually tone down the extracurricular activities during the regular season, mostly to ensure the team’s playoff longevity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2025

“You know, May’s not here. You can tone down the whole noble prince thing. Besides, you’re probably a bit more useful to them alive than dead.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley