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tone down

The correct spelling is tone down.

How to pronounce tone down

verb

Say it like: Ton-e d-own

The correct spelling is tone down. To relax; to make quieter or less obtrusive; to make milder. For example: "Ask them to tone down that orange and pink color scheme a bit."

Usage Examples

Ask them to tone down that orange and pink color scheme a bit.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To relax; to make quieter or less obtrusive; to make milder.
  2. 2.To moderate or relax; to diminish or weaken the striking characteristics of; to soften.
  3. 3.To make a television program, piece of writing, etc. less offensive and so more suitable for a family audience.

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