(verb)
Definition
to deliberately avoid emphasizing (something)
Synonyms
play down
moderate
They are hoping that she will be persuaded to moderate her views.
tone down
go easy (informal)
de-emphasize
Additional synonyms
in the sense of moderate
Definition
to make or become less extreme or violent
They are hoping that she will be persuaded to moderate her views.
Synonyms
soften,
control,
calm,
temper,
regulate,
quiet,
diminish,
decrease,
curb,
restrain,
tame,
subdue,
play down,
lessen,
repress,
mitigate,
tone down,
pacify,
modulate,
soft-pedal (informal)
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soft-pedal
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