as in values
to place too high a value on
some people overvalue material things
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Univision values its relationship with the president, too.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025 -
Middleton and McCollum, on the other hand, should help Keefe establish an offense that values making the extra pass and searching for the best possible shots.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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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
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However, the government’s official rate overestimates the value of the peso, which has been losing value dramatically in recent years.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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This is an ideal purchase for anyone who appreciates engineering style and is looking for an answer to easy stargazing.—
Harry Bennett,
Space.com,
30 Sep. 2025
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Marsch holds Sigur in high esteem as well and appreciates his problem-solving ability on the field.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Thunder, who everyone admires?—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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The final tournament match is between Kauila, a teenager John admires for his steady gameplay, and Felix, a newcomer.—
Matt Negrin,
Rolling Stone,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Overvalues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overvalues. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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