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Meaning of the word "tone down" in English

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tone down

US /toʊn daʊn/

UK /təʊn daʊn/

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Phrasal Verb

make something less forceful, intense, or extreme

Example:

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The director asked him to tone down his performance.

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You need to tone down your criticism if you want to be heard.

Synonym:

soften moderate subdue mellow dilute

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