softenedrepetition
nounUK /ˈsɒfənd ˌrɛpɪˈtɪʃən/
US /ˈsɔfənd ˌrɛpəˈtɪʃən/
Saying the same thing again in a gentler, quieter way.
The teacher used softenedrepetition to remind the class to be quiet without sounding cross.
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2. In music, a repeated phrase played more softly the second time.
The pianist's softenedrepetition of the theme made the ending feel calm.
3. In poetry, repeating a line with gentler wording to change the mood.
The poem's softenedrepetition turned a warning into a lullaby.
4. In speech therapy, practicing a word again with less force.
The therapist praised the child's softenedrepetition of the tricky sound.