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detract

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﹒To diminish the worth, value, or quality of something.

﹒To divert or draw away attention or interest.

Examples

﹒The minor errors in the manuscript do not detract from the overall brilliance of the author's argument.

﹒Loud music began to detract from the peaceful atmosphere of the garden party.

﹒His constant complaining served only to detract from his otherwise impressive performance.

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