Business Management Techniques

verb to reduce the importance or prominence of something

preposition to indicate the action of reducing the emphasis on something

• It is important to de-emphasize personal opinions when presenting scientific research.
• Let's try to de-emphasize the drama and focus on finding a solution.
• We need to chill out and de-emphasize the seriousness of the situation.
• In order to create a balanced composition, you should de-emphasize the foreground and focus on the background.

noun a place or a facility where people go for relaxation or recreation

verb to turn to or make use of a strategy or course of action, especially as a last resort

• In times of crisis, it is important for governments to exhaust all options before resorting to extreme measures.
• I had to resort to asking my parents for money when I couldn't find a job.
• When my car broke down, I had to resort to bumming a ride from my friend.
• Instead of resorting to violence, try to find a peaceful solution to your problems.