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Examples of play down in a Sentence
out of sheer envy, she would always play down her sister's accomplishments
if you play down your part in the project, you won't get the credit you deserve
Recent Examples on the Web
Too often, benefits are exaggerated and risks played down—a formula especially dangerous for adolescents and those suffering from chronic conditions.
—Michel Van Harten, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
At a news conference in Brussels, EU Affairs Minister Janos Boka of Hungary played down the commission’s concerns.
—Lorne Cook, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2024
India’s central bank chief plays down fears of a deposit crunch.
—Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 19 Sep. 2024
Shanahan got so bored early he got caught looking at his tablet on a play down the sideline and the 49ers were flagged for being off the sideline on a 63-yard kickoff return by Kearis Jackson.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 12 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1930, in the meaning defined above
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“Play down.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/play%20down. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
play down
verb
: to attach little importance to : minimize
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