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

Democrats dramatically outperformed expectations in the 2022 midterm elections, fueling optimism within the party that fears about inflation’s impact on their electoral fortunes had been overblown.

From Washington Post

Mr. Trump says his possession of documents has been overblown, that he did not commit a crime and that investigators are launching a political witch hunt to take down his 2024 campaign.

From Washington Times

With every disclosure of secret documents, of course, there are fears of lasting damage, sometimes overblown.

From New York Times