overstate
Example Sentences
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In his seminal work on the impact of automation on jobs, MIT economist David Autor noted the tendency of headlines to overstate the extent of job losses from new technology.
From Barron's
The Armageddon of employment is probably overstated in terms of speed.
From Barron's
It is hard to overstate what a game-changing moment this court verdict is for social media.
From BBC
It is difficult to overstate the void Bale left.
From BBC
“The damage to growth from the conflict will likely lower inflation over time,” he said, noting that expectations of a rise in interest rates could be overstated.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
