as in overemphasized
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as in exaggerated
to describe or express in too strong terms
it appears you've somewhat overstated your computer skills, if you can't find the "on" button!
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Recent Examples of overstated
Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
The importance of captaincy can be overstated at times.
—Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
An alarming study that had Americans tossing out their black plastic kitchen utensils, toys and to-go packages earlier this month overstated the concern, the researchers admit.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
In 2001, Enron collapsed in a market-shaking bankruptcy amid revelations that the company had grossly overstated its earnings.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Dec. 2024
For example, say your spouse failed to report income, overstated deductions, or straight-up committed tax fraud.
—Ashley Case, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
This account, however, may be overstated, the White House Historical Association reports.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 26 Nov. 2024
While research suggests that claim is greatly overstated, the real problem is what mass deportations would mean for the supply of housing.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Most accounts of the event's significance are often overstated, USA TODAY journalist Eryn Dion previously noted in her reporting.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 24 Nov. 2024
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Could the pre-election polling have overstated the Republican edge in party ID?
—Craig Gilbert, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
The importance of captaincy can be overstated at times.
—Oliver Kay, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
An alarming study that had Americans tossing out their black plastic kitchen utensils, toys and to-go packages earlier this month overstated the concern, the researchers admit.
—Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
In 2001, Enron collapsed in a market-shaking bankruptcy amid revelations that the company had grossly overstated its earnings.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American-Statesman, 3 Dec. 2024
For example, say your spouse failed to report income, overstated deductions, or straight-up committed tax fraud.
—Ashley Case, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
This account, however, may be overstated, the White House Historical Association reports.
—Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 26 Nov. 2024
While research suggests that claim is greatly overstated, the real problem is what mass deportations would mean for the supply of housing.
—Howard Gleckman, Forbes, 25 Nov. 2024
Most accounts of the event's significance are often overstated, USA TODAY journalist Eryn Dion previously noted in her reporting.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 24 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overstated
Adjective
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These are exaggerated, and factually possible, scenarios.—
Mac Engel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2025
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Melanie Lynskey, Christina Ricci, Jasmin Savoy Brown and Sophie Thatcher, among other guests, delivered gothic inspiration with their outfits, embracing current red carpet trends such as sheer dressing and exaggerated silhouettes.—
Renan Botelho,
WWD,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Fears that Trump was simply going to sell out Ukraine for a quick deal with Russia appeared to have been overblown.—
Joshua Keating,
Vox,
20 Feb. 2025
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Many of the politicians, pundits, media figures, and business leaders who viewed Trump as a threat to democracy eight years ago now treat those concerns as overblown—after all, democracy survived his first stint in office.—
STEVEN LEVITSKY,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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In return, Medina submitted fraudulently inflated budgets to obtain multiple contracts through the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice, which was overseeing the housing program.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Reports said that over 50,000 tickets ended up on resale sites, despite efforts to restrict touts re-selling tickets at inflated prices.—
Thomas Smith,
Billboard,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Needless to say, Sabyasachi is a big proponent of a daring wardrobe, whether that means ditching the LBD cocktail standard for a fanciful embroidered look or setting a table with unexpected creative bravado.—
Bridget Foley,
Town & Country,
28 Nov. 2022
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The interior also sports signature quilting, along with embroidered Speed badging on the headrests and a Speed plaque in the treadplate.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
13 Apr. 2021
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“Overstated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overstated. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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