soft-pedaling
[/ˈsɔːft ˈpɛdəlɪŋ/]
verb (gerund/present participle)
amenização, suavização, minimização
1. To downplay, minimize, or treat something with less emphasis or urgency than it deserves
The government was soft-pedaling the economic crisis to avoid public panic.
O governo estava minimizando a crise econômica para evitar pânico público.
2. To reduce the intensity, force, or severity of something
She was soft-pedaling her criticism to spare his feelings.
Ela estava amenizando suas críticas para poupar seus sentimentos.
3. To use the soft pedal on a piano while playing
The pianist was soft-pedaling during the delicate passage.
O pianista estava usando o pedal suave durante a passagem delicada.
NYC Slang
playing it cool, keeping it low-key
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