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as in meiosis
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as in restraint
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Recent Examples of understatement
To say she was given long odds of beating Pegula would have been an understatement.
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George Ramsay, CNN Money, 2 June 2025
To say the tables have been turned since the Heat’s Big Three of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh defeated the Thunder in the 2012 NBA Finals would be an understatement, with the Thunder having supplanted the Heat as a touchstone franchise.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 31 May 2025
An astounding 583 ft-lb of torque is present for the LX and to call it a beast would be an understatement.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 24 May 2025
To say this film shows the worst side of LaBeouf is an understatement: LaBeouf wanted to host a weekly theater workshop in 2018 for aspiring actors and filmmakers, including O’Neil, only to become the star of his very own Hearts of Darkness.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 20 May 2025
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George Ramsay, CNN Money, 2 June 2025
To say the tables have been turned since the Heat’s Big Three of LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh defeated the Thunder in the 2012 NBA Finals would be an understatement, with the Thunder having supplanted the Heat as a touchstone franchise.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 31 May 2025
An astounding 583 ft-lb of torque is present for the LX and to call it a beast would be an understatement.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 24 May 2025
To say this film shows the worst side of LaBeouf is an understatement: LaBeouf wanted to host a weekly theater workshop in 2018 for aspiring actors and filmmakers, including O’Neil, only to become the star of his very own Hearts of Darkness.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for understatement
Noun
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Typical cell division happens by either mitosis or meiosis.—
Krissi Danielsson,
Parents,
30 July 2024
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In meiosis, a cell also divides into two halves, but these halves each have 23 chromosomes.—
Krissi Danielsson,
Parents,
30 July 2024
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Some voices, such as Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders, have urged restraint against rushing to defer to Israel’s efforts—putting leading leftists in an odd confluence with folks like Carlson and former Trump counselor Steve Bannon.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
17 June 2025
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While members called for restraint and diplomacy, divisions remain.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 June 2025
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But in the visiting clubhouse, where initial X-rays on Tatis’ hand were inconclusive about the severity of his injury, the Padres didn’t seem ready to turn down the dial.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2025
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Armor can reduce the severity of the hit and also affect how big the damage is.—
Rob Wieland,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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The lace veils are another old tradition within the Catholic church and worn to symbolize modesty and respect.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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Febos appreciates the laughable modesty of her goal.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
2 June 2025
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Each brand employs a strikingly similar aesthetic vocabulary: muted color palettes dominated by whites, blacks, and earth tones; sans-serif typography that suggests clinical precision; and packaging that prioritizes geometric simplicity over ornamental flourish.—
Adam Hurly,
Robb Report,
24 June 2025
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Young consumers receptive to silk lingerie and sleepwear still demand machine-wash convenience and price sensitivity, while design styles must balance traditional aesthetics with modern tastes—blending simplicity, comfort and a sense of technology.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
24 June 2025
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Tennis is a proper sport but, compared to others, is a bearer of elegance and tradition, which are values resonating also with our brand.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
16 June 2025
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The tufted back and seat cushions add a touch of elegance, while the faux leather upholstery ensures durability and easy maintenance.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
14 June 2025
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“Understatement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/understatement. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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