tone down

动词 tone down:

1. deaden (a sound or noise), especially by wrapping
   同义词：muffle, mute, dull, damp, dampen
2. make less strong or intense; soften
   同义词：moderate, tame

1. You'd better tone down the more offensive remarks in your article.
   你最好把你文章里的攻击性词句写得含蓄些。
2. In his public statement the minister toned down his criticisms he had made in private.
   部长在公开发表言论时比他在私下批评时的调子要缓和一点儿。
3. The bright blue wilt tone down with the effect of sunlight.
   阳光一照射这明亮的蓝色就会柔和下来。