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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Some scientists, though, warn that overstating the dangers of sport could put children off it, and that participation’s health benefits outweigh the risks.
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Still, the impact of the French New Wave is hard to overstate, said Robbie Collin in The Telegraph.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 5 Feb. 2026
The latter expectation is overstated, but e-bikes are a great trend in mobility.
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Win-win might be overstating the outcome.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
Still, the impact of the French New Wave is hard to overstate, said Robbie Collin in The Telegraph.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 5 Feb. 2026
The latter expectation is overstated, but e-bikes are a great trend in mobility.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
Win-win might be overstating the outcome.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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 13 Feb. 2026.
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