overemphasize
Example Sentences
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But the energy throughout felt honestly built, never overemphasized.
From New York Times
The judge instead imposed the fine and a suspended 36-month jail term, and criticized prosecutors for “overemphasizing” Johnson’s military history to try and portray him as a potential terrorist.
From Seattle Times
People probably overemphasize the importance of decisiveness and action.
From New York Times
“I cannot overemphasize how extreme his views are.”
From Washington Post
“Since the financial crisis, the banking industry has overemphasized low cost and fast turn times and showed a limited concern about quality,” he explained.
From Washington Post
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
