talk something down

Related to word: talk

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Definition

  1. to describe something in a manner that diminishes its significance or seriousness.

    贬低;贬弱

    • Even though the issue was quite serious, the teacher chose to talk it down so that the students wouldn't feel too anxious.

      尽管问题相当严重,老师选择低调处理,以免学生感到过于焦虑。

    • In the meeting, he talked down the company's financial situation in an attempt to calm employee concerns.

      在会议上,他低调处理了公司的财务状况,试图安抚员工的担忧。

    • She always talks down her achievements, making others believe her success isn't significant.

      她总是低调处理自己的成就,让别人觉得她的成功并不重要。