water down
US /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ daʊn/
UK /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ daʊn/
1.
diluer, édulcorer, atténuer
to make something weaker or less effective, especially by adding water or by reducing the strength of an argument or proposal
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The company decided to water down the new policy after employee complaints.
L'entreprise a décidé de diluer la nouvelle politique après les plaintes des employés.
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He tried to water down his controversial statements during the interview.
Il a essayé de diluer ses déclarations controversées pendant l'interview.