as in valuing
to place too high a value on
some people overvalue material things
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Recent Examples of overvaluing
Another common mistake is overvaluing volume.
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Arnold Sotelo, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Arnold Sotelo, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overvaluing
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Organizations can benefit by valuing carefulness and concentration not as an obligation, but as a fundamental pillar of success.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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In September, Palm Tree Crew received $20 million in series B funding from WME Group, valuing the company at $215 million.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
20 Jan. 2026
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There were also in-game management decisions, his loyalty to Fields, and Glenn overestimating the talent on the Jets’ roster.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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In contrast, a breakdown in communication breeds mistrust, which could give rise to harmful mistakes, such as an escalatory spiral from overestimating the threat posed by the other side, or a reckless deployment of AI in conflicts.—
Boris Babic,
Fortune,
3 Jan. 2026
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Gratitude becomes a tool for minimizing the self rather than appreciating reality.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Caleb Williams was reflective the day after and focused on attacking the offseason, while appreciating the impact this team had on the city of Chicago.—
Matt Zahn,
CBS News,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Overvaluing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overvaluing. Accessed 26 Jan. 2026.
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