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hyperbolic

[hahy-per-bol-ik] / ˌhaɪ pərˈbɒl ɪk /




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"They are playing to the AI aesthetics and hyperbolic anti-imperialist narratives that draw attention, spark controversy and get rewarded by platforms."

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The technology is gaining popularity in the U.S. as a potential way to boost workouts, though critics say the marketing of EMS is often hyperbolic.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

But while the organization’s rhetoric can be laughably hyperbolic, a quick peek under the hood reveals a record that cannot be laughed away.

From Salon • Jan. 20, 2026

Tessellations in hyperbolic spaces are especially striking but also especially challenging to analyze.

From Science Daily • Jan. 7, 2026

Some are clearly the work of nutjobs—clinically paranoid people who need professional help, not arenas in which to vent their hyperbolic conspiracy theories.

From "Every Day" by David Levithan




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