underemphasizing

Definition of underemphasizingnext
present participle of underemphasize

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for underemphasizing
understating
Verb
  • Of course, many bank CEOs, analysts and investors disagree, saying private equity firms are understating the potential risks and exposure.
    Robert Frank, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
  • The Muddy Waters report also alleges that SoFi has been assigning the wrong discount rate to its student loan portfolio—essentially overvaluing it—as well as understating its exposure to loans in default.
    Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 25 Mar. 2026
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“Underemphasizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underemphasizing. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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