overstate
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However some experts have also called on health authorities not to overstate what is known about hantavirus while trying to tamp down pandemic fears.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
It’s hard to overstate how carefully the lower court considered this question of whether Texas in fact unconstitutionally used race in its mapmaking.
From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026
Barabak: Not to be the pooper at the party but I think we shouldn’t overstate the import of tonight’s debate.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026
Defenders of geofence warrants say the challengers overstate the privacy implications.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
“As usual, my friends, you overstate my accomplishment. Nevertheless, the essence of what you say is true. Among the authorities these days it is difficult to find a sympathetic listener.”
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
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“Mandatory Vaccination is Not the Answer to Measles” by Bob Sears
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