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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To Vincent, there was no overstating the danger of gambling to the sport.
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Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 4 Feb. 2025
The threat of blanket tariffs is likely being overstated, Ross said in an interview with CNN.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
Later studies clarified that the risks were overstated and didn’t apply to all forms of hormone therapy; still, the damage was done.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 23 Jan. 2025
Using VPNs can help users sidestep government and corporate internet restrictions, though their security promises can sometimes be overstated.
—Alexandra Marquez, NBC News, 19 Jan. 2025
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Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 4 Feb. 2025
The threat of blanket tariffs is likely being overstated, Ross said in an interview with CNN.
—Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 31 Jan. 2025
Later studies clarified that the risks were overstated and didn’t apply to all forms of hormone therapy; still, the damage was done.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 23 Jan. 2025
Using VPNs can help users sidestep government and corporate internet restrictions, though their security promises can sometimes be overstated.
—Alexandra Marquez, NBC News, 19 Jan. 2025
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 16 Feb. 2025.
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