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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In public comments, players and coaches tend to think the craze about the Eagles utilizing more under-center plays is overstated.
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Zach Berman, New York Times, 17 Dec. 2025
The case later resulted in criminal charges but drew backlash after defense attorneys and local officials said the director’s initial description overstated the threat before prosecutors filed charges.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 15 Dec. 2025
But according to a note last week from Alpine Macro, chip depreciation fears are overstated for three reasons.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
To be sure, the degree of Republican dissent to Trump should not be overstated.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 14 Dec. 2025
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Zach Berman, New York Times, 17 Dec. 2025
The case later resulted in criminal charges but drew backlash after defense attorneys and local officials said the director’s initial description overstated the threat before prosecutors filed charges.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 15 Dec. 2025
But according to a note last week from Alpine Macro, chip depreciation fears are overstated for three reasons.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 Dec. 2025
To be sure, the degree of Republican dissent to Trump should not be overstated.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 14 Dec. 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 22 Dec. 2025.
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