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overstating

/ˌoʊvərˈsteɪtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does overstating mean?

verb

To state or describe something as being more extreme or intense than it actually is. To exaggerate or make something seem more significant than it is.

Example

"The politician was accused of overstating the benefits of the new policy."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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