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Phrasal-verb Media bias

Meaning

to exaggerate or emphasize something

Example Sentences

"Some news outlets played up the drama to attract viewers."

Related Expressions

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to show where something is; to suggest something as evidence

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to focus your attention on positive thoughts or feelings

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to withdraw or concede a position after opposition

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to wish very strongly for something that cannot happen or is...