as in to appreciate
to place too high a value on
the contractors overestimated their ability to do the work on such short notice
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Recent Examples of overestimate
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has had an impact on astronomy since its launch on Christmas Day 2021 that cannot be overestimated.
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Biases in climate models go in both directions: Some overestimate risk from various factors, and others underestimate it.
—Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
There is no way of overestimating Duffy’s leadership during those turbulent times.
—Tim Kiska, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
While nuclear war is terrifying, these Americans overestimate Russia’s willingness to use nuclear weapons.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2025
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Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Jan. 2025
Biases in climate models go in both directions: Some overestimate risk from various factors, and others underestimate it.
—Zoë Schlanger, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2025
There is no way of overestimating Duffy’s leadership during those turbulent times.
—Tim Kiska, Detroit Free Press, 21 Dec. 2024
While nuclear war is terrifying, these Americans overestimate Russia’s willingness to use nuclear weapons.
—Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overestimate
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So, what does the three-time MVP appreciate in an athlete?—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2025
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The film’s title itself is a bold declaration designed to deter the wrong audience while attracting those who appreciate its message.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
16 Feb. 2025
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People of color are constantly reminded that their contributions to society are valued differently, if at all.—
David John Chávez,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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Items valued at around $300,000, including designer luggage, watches and jewelry, were stolen, per the complaint.—
Jenna West,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
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Fifty years of those same writers then getting wasted at the after party, and loudly telling everybody that Jaws was overrated.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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Neil Dutta, head of economic research at the Renaissance Macro consultancy, said in a recent note that uncertainty over White House policies is overrated compared with other looming constraints on growth.—
Rob Wile,
NBC News,
12 Feb. 2025
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Togetherness can never be overvalued Togetherness is a major theme throughout the film, and Sam Wilson has a network of good people who work alongside him.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
14 Feb. 2025
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Stocks become overvalued when their prices rise faster than their earnings estimates.—
Jeff Nash,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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And despite her delay in viewing the film, Gia Coppola can’t help but admire it.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
18 Feb. 2025
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It is sometimes bestowed upon men such as Trump, Richard Nixon, and Lyndon Johnson with the aid of voters who do not especially love or admire those men, but see them as the right tool for the job at the right moment.—
The Editors,
National Review,
17 Feb. 2025
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Our research finds that Baltimore City and Maryland are trailblazers in respecting gender equity in public health data.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Baltimore Sun,
16 Feb. 2025
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As part of this heartfelt remembrance, Briscoe and Truex Jr.'s former team are participating in respecting his legacy in the sport.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Overestimate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overestimate. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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