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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Indie producers and distributors say its influence cannot be overstated.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 May 2026
There’s no overstating how much NASA’s Artemis moon exploration program depends on SpaceX and Blue Origin delivering the goods.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 29 May 2026
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Naperville Central junior second baseman Ryley Orlanes isn’t one to overstate his accomplishments.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 30 May 2026
There’s no overstating how much NASA’s Artemis moon exploration program depends on SpaceX and Blue Origin delivering the goods.
—Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 29 May 2026
Many must multi-app, though this practice is greatly overstated by the platforms themselves.
—Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
Naperville Central junior second baseman Ryley Orlanes isn’t one to overstate his accomplishments.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 28 May 2026
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“Overstate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overstate. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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