overstate
verb (used with object)
to state too strongly; exaggerate.
is overstating
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present progressiveof overstate (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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While "enemy" is overstating it, Peterson was right, and additionally Carney is also very adept at understanding the nexus between markets and headlines.
From BBC ● Apr. 29, 2025
The chemical industry has argued that the EPA is overstating the risks of methylene chloride and that adequate protections have mitigated health risks.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 30, 2024
Paltrow has alleged that Sanderson is overstating his injuries and trying to exploit her celebrity and wealth.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 21, 2023
The second SBF Substack post is an argument that the company’s law firm is overstating how bad things are, which seems hard to do.
From Slate ● Jan. 20, 2023
“Likely, it is overstating inflation by a couple of percentage points, based on historical averages,” said Kamal, who has turned to U.S. securities for a “far better gauge of global inflation pressures.”
From Reuters ● Oct. 13, 2021
