as in overestimates
to place too high a value on
I think the critics seriously overrated that movie
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Verb
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Each side, in short, overestimates the other’s coherence.—
Lizzi C. Lee,
Time,
17 Oct. 2025 -
Jo Brand squashes one of hers, David Baddiel tries to eat his, while Rose Matafeo and Ed Gamble rip theirs to shreds and Katy Wix overestimates the naturalism of holding a hard hat under one arm for an extended period of time.—
Matthew Jackson,
Vulture,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Young stars like Nicolò Barella, Federico Chiesa, and Gianluca Scamacca bring energy and creativity to a squad that still values tactical intelligence and grit.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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The 5-foot-10, 185-pound defensive back is known for his versatility — something defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero values highly.—
Alex Zietlow
November 5,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Eggplant purple is another color that Banks appreciates for calming spaces.—
Sarah Lyon,
Southern Living,
6 Nov. 2025
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But if the hotel has made the town enticing to a new kind of visitor—say, one who appreciates the convenience of its helipad—the property has none of the hermetic insularity of a traditional resort.—
David Amsden,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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It was initiated by the War Department, under Secretary Henry Stimson and the army’s Chief of Staff George Marshall, both of whom Hegseth admires.—
Time,
Time,
5 Nov. 2025
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After the transformation's big reveal, Ramsey admires the bar's new decor.—
Tovia Smith,
NPR,
24 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These comments are important because our government must place premium in creating a society that respects human lives, secures its borders and protects its citizens.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Design that follows behavior and respects attention may build loyalty over time.—
Malana VanTyler,
Ascend Agency,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Overrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overrates. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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