downplays

present tense third-person singular of downplay

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Recent Examples of downplays Critics argue this approach lacks clarity and downplays the importance of protecting vulnerable populations. Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025 Leavitt's wording downplays the chances of a breakthrough on a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Brittney Melton, NPR, 13 Aug. 2025 The hundred-and-forty-one-page assessment downplays the dangers from climate change, sometimes in ways that seem contradicted by the document’s own figures. Elizabeth Kolbert, New Yorker, 4 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for downplays
Verb
  • This saves energy and minimizes the need for braking.
    Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
  • By gathering all necessary, nuanced information upfront, AI drastically minimizes compliance risks and empowers more proactive support strategies.
    Anant Agarwal, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Ashton also dismisses the concerns that a three-year degree lacks the many electives and opportunities for self-discovery.
    Bryan Penprase, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
  • Trump's approach dismisses collective security and weakens NATO's cohesion.
    Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025

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“Downplays.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/downplays. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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