watered-down
Example Sentences
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Serkis’ “Animal Farm” wastes no time confirming suspicions that it’s a watered-down version of Orwell’s dystopic classic.
From Salon • May 3, 2026
On the diplomatic front, the UN Security Council is set to vote Tuesday on a watered-down resolution addressing Iran's threats to the strait, diplomatic sources told AFP, after more robust earlier drafts faced potential vetoes.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
A watered-down definition, meanwhile, could end up allowing certain ultraprocessed foods to fly under the radar, especially if food companies find a way to get around whatever UPF definition or label is proposed.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026
It follows last year's announcement of a much watered-down relationship between the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and Netflix over producing TV series for the platform.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026
He made me drag the zinc tubs full of watered-down rose blankets into the shed room by the back porch.
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
