de-emphasizing

present participle of de-emphasize

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of de-emphasizing Atmos Rewards functions as a third front door to Alaska/Hawaiian, intentionally de-emphasizing airline branding to enable expansion across the broader travel ribbon. Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 Critics argue that the Dalai Lama’s middle way, which prioritizes dialogue and reconciliation while de-emphasizing mass mobilization, has kept the movement from reaching its full potential and leveraging its explosive strength in the struggle against Beijing. Tenzin Dorjee, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-emphasizing
Verb
  • Your creative spark is valid, so stop minimizing it.
    Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
  • This practice supports your lawn's health by promoting strong roots and minimizing thatch buildup.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • That’s been the company line this week, Kelce following Reid, offensive coordinator Matt Nagy, quarterback Patrick Mahomes and defensive tackle Chris Jones in downplaying the incident as a sign of a player’s passion and a coach’s competitive spirt.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Continue reading … TRUTH ON TRIAL – UN blasted for report accusing Israel of genocide while downplaying Hamas terror.
    , FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • As a result of the investigation, embassy officials decided not to renew the employee’s contract, effectively dismissing him.
    T. Christian Miller, ProPublica, 30 Sep. 2025
  • The appellate court last year reversed Martínez-Olguín’s initial case dismissal, leading to the judge dismissing it again.
    Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025

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“De-emphasizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/de-emphasizing. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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