Example Sentences

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Bollywood, the world’s biggest movie industry, is toning down its lavish productions as India endures one of the planet’s worst COVID-19 outbreaks.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2023

There are other signs the State Department is toning down criticism of China.

From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2023

But with Mr. Romney now openly considering another presidential run — and with Mr. Bush doing the same — he is toning down his language.

From New York Times • Jan. 21, 2015

But campaigners say the lack of foreign aid has weakened the very groups who used to raise public awareness, while the government is toning down its message.

From BBC • Jul. 26, 2012

“I made a hut out of mud, palm fronds, and ripped-up swimwear. And walking in the sand is toning my calves while I work!” said Miss Arkansas.

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray