But Federal officials, in interviews, played down the significance of this letter.

Local officials played down the significance of such concerns, however.

British officials sought to play down the significance of yesterday's move.

But senior administration officials played down the significance of any new plan.

After the game, he played down the significance of the crowd's reaction, if only because it has become so common.

The students themselves played down the significance of the top honor.

He plays down the significance of his performance on the drive.

The power industry played down the significance of the ruling.

They also played down the significance of the rating agency's move.

The husband plays down the religious significance of this method.