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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

understatements

/ˌʌndərˈsteɪtmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does understatements mean?

noun

A statement that is less emphatic or extreme than the facts warrant; a mild or restrained expression of something.

Example

"The comedian's understatement about the expensive dinner was 'It was a bit pricey.'"

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