overstate
verb
over·state
ˌō-vər-ˈstāt 
overstated; overstating; overstates
: to state in too strong terms : exaggerate
overstated his qualifications
Examples of overstate in a Sentence
It would be overstating the case to say that it was a matter of life or death.
it appears you've somewhat overstated your computer skills, if you can't find the “on” button!
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The arrival of Steven Adams was overstated, but starting center Alperen Şengün has become a central figure of Udoka’s scheme, and second-year forward Amen Thompson’s versatility as a reserve gives Houston a plethora of aggressive options.
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Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
In many cases, however, critics overstate the severity of these sorts of problems.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
Could the pre-election polling have overstated the Republican edge in party ID?
—Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
As Klarna prepares for a 2025 IPO, the company’s claims about its use of AI will come under scrutiny and prove to be wildly overstated.
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Eric Koreen, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
In many cases, however, critics overstate the severity of these sorts of problems.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
Could the pre-election polling have overstated the Republican edge in party ID?
—Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
As Klarna prepares for a 2025 IPO, the company’s claims about its use of AI will come under scrutiny and prove to be wildly overstated.
—Rob Toews, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for overstate
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“Overstate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overstate. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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