exaggerate
Example Sentences
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AllHere had client school districts in different parts of the country, but authorities later alleged that AllHere exaggerated its business success.
From Los Angeles Times
Flooding can trigger sewage releases into rivers and estuaries, threatening wildlife with disease and toxic water, "exaggerating the number of wildlife death events".
From BBC
However, four former Drone to Home volunteers claimed to the BBC the charity had been exaggerating how many dogs it reunited with owners.
From BBC
She and the crew are enjoying the exaggerated story.
From BBC
But some analysts have suggested the immediate threat to jobs has been exaggerated by executives who want to appear ahead of the curve.
From BBC
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