as in caricature
the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts
their exaggeration was such that a rainstorm became a hurricane
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Recent Examples of exaggeration
The decision in Gardner’s favor could become a significant ruling for celebrities who use humor, exaggeration and sarcasm that some might find inappropriate when responding to strangers on social media platforms.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2025
What could have been a slapdash dish in lesser hands was, at the risk of exaggeration and without question, one of my favorite bites of the year.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
On the other hand, others are claiming that the fanfare is an exaggeration and are calling for fans to calm down.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
But to say — as some Panthers fans are doing these days — that he should immediately be traded or is a complete draft bust is an over-exaggeration.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2025
What could have been a slapdash dish in lesser hands was, at the risk of exaggeration and without question, one of my favorite bites of the year.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
On the other hand, others are claiming that the fanfare is an exaggeration and are calling for fans to calm down.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
But to say — as some Panthers fans are doing these days — that he should immediately be traded or is a complete draft bust is an over-exaggeration.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exaggeration
Noun
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Performers milled on the street with bobbing paper mache heads of Uncle Sam and other caricatures.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
6 Oct. 2025
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Contemporary leaders and still-in-progress totalitarian regimes bump up against Ralph Steadman’s caricature sketches for an edition of Animal Farm, Orwell’s second most famous book, and clips from three different screen adaptations of 1984, his most famous work.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For those who follow the craft of comedy writing, none of that is hyperbole.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Oct. 2025
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The drama ran on the CW network from 2007 to 2012 and—also not hyperbole—defined a generation while still inspiring spirited debates and yearly rewatches by both devoted fans and curious newcomers.—
María Mérida,
Glamour,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Small changes, such as taking short active breaks or incorporating stretching exercises, can make a significant difference.—
Jack McNamara,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
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Timelines in quantum computing, as in many technically challenging fields, have a habit of stretching.—
Nikita Ostrovsky,
Time,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The vast majority, about $59 billion, is earmarked for farm safety-net enhancements.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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The paper also reported that the judge also added a sentencing enhancement related to coercion.—
Liam Quinn,
PEOPLE,
3 Oct. 2025
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If that sounds like an overstatement, then think about it this way.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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The new species was identified by its coloring, body segments, body proportions and other subtle physical features, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
9 Oct. 2025
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To keep your favorite jeans looking like you just bought them, Ceconi says to wash them inside out to protect the coloring and material.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Exaggeration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exaggeration. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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