Dictionary of synonyms

Synonyms and antonyms of the word: downplaying

Synonyms:

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Usage examples:

A panel on MSNBC hammered Republicans and the mainstream media for downplaying Donald Trump's white purity campaign.

Source: https://www.rawstory.com/trump-blood-purity-republican/

As the bitterness escalated, the SP chief began downplaying the differences saying that he had received a message from the Congress’s top leadership.

Source: https://www.siasat.com/samajwadi-party-congress-agree-to-call-truce-in-india-interest-2771411/

At the risk of downplaying comic book culture and superhero culture, most readers come to these stories understanding they have to suspend a certain amount of disbelief regarding each character and not only their stories, but their names and appearance.

Source: https://screenrant.com/cosmic-ghost-rider-controversial-mcu-trend-name-joke/

Chew, a native of Singapore, told the lawmakers that TikTok prioritizes user safety as he sought to avert a U.S. ban on the app by downplaying its ties to China.

Source: https://www.mymotherlode.com/news/asia/3014284/why-does-us-see-chinese-owned-tiktok-as-a-security-threat.html

Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel responded to the candidate list, deeming it "very general" and downplaying its impact.

Source: https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/bjp-releases-first-lists-of-candidates-for-chhattisgarh-madhya-pradesh-elections-2023-check-names

Civil rights lawyer Michael Avery, a founder of the National Police Accountability Project, said police and elected officials can have a stake in downplaying officers' misconduct.

Source: https://abc7.com/tyre-nichols-memphis-police-officers/12746469/

Cowen then proceeded to offer an analogy between the eviction ban and sweets, a decision which has seen the TD face widespread criticism online for what many observers viewed as downplaying a serious issue which impacts much of society.

Source: https://www.joe.ie/news/barry-cowen-eviction-ban-771448

He maintained his base case of relatively slow growth for the rest of the year and into 2024, while downplaying arguments of an impending recession as overstated.

Source: https://www.forexlive.com/centralbank/feds-daly-prudent-to-refrain-from-commenting-on-fed-policy-action-20230522/

His propaganda machine is downplaying the mutiny.

Source: https://www.aol.com/news/column-bizarre-standoff-wagner-groups-110023132.html

However, in downplaying “office flight” and tumbling demand as the biggest threats to the office sector, bankers say other factors emerge as being just as forceful.

Source: https://bizwest.com/2023/11/03/despite-barriers-banks-still-open-to-office-transactions/

Keep in mind that adopting an amused disposition isn't about downplaying the challenges leaders face, but rather about responding to them in a way that encourages positive outcomes.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2023/08/29/leading-with-amusement-a-refreshing-perspective-on-handling-the-unexpected/

Lest you think I am exaggerating, the proposal is extremely explicit about the goal of downplaying medical knowledge in favor of deconstructing Western society, which it is claimed is rooted in systemic violence.

Source: https://hotair.com/david-strom/2023/12/11/canada-looking-to-replace-medicine-with-dei-education-for-docs-n598113

Olaplex hit with lawsuit by customers accusing the buzzy brand of causing hair loss, downplaying complaintsbusinessinsider.

Source: https://biztoc.com/x/22ae330fb179c47d?ref=ff

Speculating about what happened or downplaying the situation can appear insensitive or break trust if the situation turns out to be worse than it first appeared.

Source: https://www.advisor.ca/practice/technology/how-financial-advisors-should-prepare-for-and-respond-to-cyberattacks/

Stop downplaying women’s achievements because of marriage.”

Source: https://dailypost.ng/2023/12/31/stop-downplaying-womens-achievements-because-of-marriage-bbnaijas-uriel-warns/

Taiwanese officials emphasized “maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait” and downplaying the prospect of a war with China.

Source: https://thediplomat.com/2023/05/taiwan-says-war-with-china-can-and-should-be-avoided/

Virtually all of the candidates have embraced a similar message aimed at appealing to the GOP’s white conservative base by downplaying the existence of racism in America and restricting LGBTQ rights.

Source: https://ktar.com/story/5533408/florida-gov-ron-desantis-faces-black-leaders-anger-after-racist-killings-in-jacksonville/