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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The reality is this: AI innovation is accelerating at a pace that’s hard to overstate.
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Yi Shi, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Advanced Energy United, a trade group representing the advanced energy industry, suggested the report may overstate the risks of blackouts and undervalue resources like wind, solar and battery storage.
—Julia Shapero, The Hill, 7 July 2025
However, Trump appears to be overstating the savings, said Gbenga Ajilore, chief economist of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 4 July 2025
In their response to the government’s letter, Combs’ attorneys argued that prosecutors were overstating his sentencing exposure and noted that he was not convicted of a violent crime.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 2 July 2025
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Yi Shi, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
Advanced Energy United, a trade group representing the advanced energy industry, suggested the report may overstate the risks of blackouts and undervalue resources like wind, solar and battery storage.
—Julia Shapero, The Hill, 7 July 2025
However, Trump appears to be overstating the savings, said Gbenga Ajilore, chief economist of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 4 July 2025
In their response to the government’s letter, Combs’ attorneys argued that prosecutors were overstating his sentencing exposure and noted that he was not convicted of a violent crime.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 2 July 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 21 Jul. 2025.
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