de-emphasizing

verb

Definition of de-emphasizingnext
present participle of de-emphasize
as in minimizing
to reduce in apparent importance you're at a point in your career where you can de-emphasize your academic record and emphasize your work experience

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for de-emphasizing
  1. minimizing
  2. downplaying
  3. dismissing
Verb
  • Suited for mature skin of any type, the cream boosts the radiance of dull skin while minimizing the appearance of pores and promoting a softer, smoother texture.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 24 Dec. 2024
  • By setting precise access permissions at the AI layer, businesses can ensure agents only interact with appropriate datasets—minimizing the chance of misuse while safeguarding sensitive information.
    Rich Vibert, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of minimizing
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  • Members of Congress and New Jersey and New York state officials are among those who have brought their concern and counsel to social media, calling for the government to take concrete action and to stop downplaying the concerns.
    Brad Dress, The Hill, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Local officials have continued to push for more information despite federal officials downplaying the situation.
    Simmone Shah, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of downplaying
Verb
  • Ignoring or dismissing a woman’s expertise.
    Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
  • Cuomo, a Democrat, has denied the allegations, dismissing the investigations as politically motivated attacks.
    Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of dismissing
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