hyperbolism

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Reef life thrives on hyperbolism, so to speak; the curvy surface structure of coral maximizes nutrient intake, and nudibranchs propel through water with frilly flanges.

From New York Times • Jan. 15, 2024

Francis Beaumont, who was a prominent member of that jovial senate, and to whom Shirley applies the fine hyperbolism that "he talked a comedy," was born in 1586, and died in 1615.

From Shakespeare: His Life, Art, And Characters, Volume I. With An Historical Sketch Of The Origin And Growth Of The Drama In England by Hudson, Henry Norman

I denied this with native hyperbolism, saying that I was content to remain in statu quo until the doom cracked, and that the conservatory was for me the equivalent of Paradise.

From Baboo Jabberjee, B.A. by Anstey, F.

He expressed this hyperbolism to allay some disappointment which his friend felt in not hearing him.

From Talkers With Illustrations by Bate, John

There is a little hyperbolism in that preface; but the opening definition of Drummond's genius is exact, and the fitness of some of the phrases quite admirable.

From The Life of John Milton, Volume 5 (of 7), 1654-1660 by Masson, David