overemphasizing

verb

Definition of overemphasizingnext
present participle of overemphasize
as in exaggerating
to treat (something) with more importance than is needed or proper The teacher tends to overemphasize the value of tests. The importance of a healthy diet cannot be overemphasized.

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overemphasizing
  1. emphasizing
  2. overstating
  3. stressing
Verb
  • The Cohesive Couple stands out from typical relationship advice by emphasizing systems, habits, and accountability.
    Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Celebrate Awards And Milestones Frame awards or achievements as part of a larger team story, emphasizing their broader impact within the organization.
    Gina Riley, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of emphasizing
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  • There is also risk in overstating what happened in this game.
    Seth Emerson, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
  • But activists are overstating the surface-level changes many companies are making to get rid of the heat, a CNN review of company policies and interviews with consultants and DEI proponents found.
    Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of overstating
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  • No more stressing about losing important files or paying for monthly storage services.
    StackCommerce Team (Sponsored), PCMAG, 3 Jan. 2025
  • This extra time allows parents to focus on bonding with their baby rather than stressing over guesswork.
    Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of stressing
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Thesaurus Entries Near overemphasizing

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