overblown

Example Sentences

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Some say the driver shortage concerns are overblown and that there are enough U.S. citizens to meet the demand for drivers if they are given sufficient training and salaries.

From Los Angeles Times

So far, worries of a widespread boycott of U.S. assets appears overblown.

From MarketWatch

“That whole thing was overblown. To see that she makes similar mistakes as everyone makes her human.”

From New York Times

Their fears are not, history suggests, entirely overblown.

From Washington Post

However, Mr Miliband said these worries were "overblown," and the UK needed to invest more to avoid falling behind in a "global race" to attract jobs in sectors such as electric car manufacturing.

From BBC