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 film’s title may be overstated, but there’s no denying the way the song’s message about longing, separation, and regret affected an inordinately wide range of people who heard it.
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Most accounts of the event's significance are often overstated, USA TODAY journalist Eryn Dion noted in her reporting.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
These days companies are touting, and often overstating, their AI bona fides.
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The Pats' pressure rate overstated the impact of their pass rush.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
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David Browne, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Most accounts of the event's significance are often overstated, USA TODAY journalist Eryn Dion noted in her reporting.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 3 Nov. 2025
These days companies are touting, and often overstating, their AI bona fides.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
The Pats' pressure rate overstated the impact of their pass rush.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 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 7 Nov. 2025.
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