play down (Meaning)

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play down (v)

understate the importance or quality of

The government attempted to play down the severity of the economic crisis.
She tried to play down her accomplishments, but her modesty was not convincing.
The media played down the scandal in an effort to protect political allies.
The company played down the risks associated with its new product to boost sales.
The doctor played down the patient's prognosis in order to avoid unnecessary worry.
The politician played down his previous statements to avoid contradictions.
The historian played down the significance of a particular event to present a more balanced narrative.
The teacher played down his expectations for the students to reduce stress.
The parents played down the importance of grades to encourage their children to focus on learning.
The marketing team played down the flaws in the product to increase consumer appeal.

understate the importance or quality of

minimize, dump on,dismiss, diminish, write off, run down, talk down, deprecate, denigrate, disparage

approve, glorify, sanction, extol, favor, acclaim, endorse, recommend, recommend, approve

The government attempted to play down the severity of the economic crisis.

She tried to play down her accomplishments, but her modesty was not convincing.

The media played down the scandal in an effort to protect political allies.

The company played down the risks associated with its new product to boost sales.