overrate
Example Sentences
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When a movement loses its ability to shape events, it begins to overrate the importance of symbols.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 8, 2026
"Be careful not to overrate the Russia-China relationship," says Mr Østhagen.
From BBC • May 23, 2025
Still, it's important not to overrate what Carlson's leaving means for Fox News.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2023
Relationships among leaders can build trust — or destroy it — but presidents often overrate their ability to steer both allies and adversaries.
From New York Times • Aug. 28, 2021
"My dear Emma:— "I do not mean to act modest and beg a compliment for it, but in sober truth you do overrate me.
From Memoir of Mary L. Ware, Wife of Henry Ware, Jr. by Hall, Edward B.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
