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overblown

[oh-ver-blohn] / ˈoʊ vərˈbloʊn /


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Some might call such fears melodramatic, or overblown.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

The insinuation is that such statements are “just words,” and to have any strong reaction to them is hysterical and overblown.

From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2026

In their view, the fears are overblown, and Coxon’s resignation has been a tool to accomplish that aim, promoted by some in the effective-altruism movement.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026

However, some industry figures have said the fears were overblown and were being jumped on to generate hype for the industry.

From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026

Evan, Jessie, and Mrs. Treski sat watching, silent but for the occasional "Oohhh" and "Aahhh" that seemed to escape from their lips like hissing air from an overblown tire.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies




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