detract from
phrasal verb
detracted from; detracting from; detracts from
formal
: to reduce the strength, value, or importance of (something)
They worried that the scandal would seriously detract from her chances for reelection.
The overcooked vegetables detracted somewhat from an otherwise fine meal.
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Imports of foreign goods and services detract from the country's gross domestic product – more imports cause a greater decline.
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George Petras, USA Today, 1 May 2025
The somewhat ostentatious Vivobook badge on the lid doesn't detract from its overall classy look.
—PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
Yamamoto’s season being shortened by injury to just 18 starts also detracted from that process.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Bowser signaled to Republicans that their cuts would detract from President Trump's desire to improve and beautify the District.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
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George Petras, USA Today, 1 May 2025
The somewhat ostentatious Vivobook badge on the lid doesn't detract from its overall classy look.
—PC Magazine, 30 Apr. 2025
Yamamoto’s season being shortened by injury to just 18 starts also detracted from that process.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 27 Apr. 2025
Bowser signaled to Republicans that their cuts would detract from President Trump's desire to improve and beautify the District.
—Cuneyt Dil, Axios, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Detract from.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/detract%20from. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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