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The phrase "a reverence for understatement" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an appreciation or respect for subtlety and restraint in expression, whether in art, literature, or conversation.
Example: "The author's style reflects a reverence for understatement, allowing the reader to fill in the emotional gaps with their imagination."
Alternatives: "an appreciation for subtlety" or "a respect for restraint".
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Showing a reverence for understatement, Anderson said: "A lot of those words you used to describe Republicans are negative.
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