as in to overestimate
to place too high a value on
I think the critics seriously overrated that movie
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Recent Examples of overrate
Sanders has always been overrated and is not a good coach.
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Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
The first is that military power can easily be overrated.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2012
Sedona is many things, but in my book, overrated will never be one of them.
—Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
But sense is overrated with actors who can overcome all sensory competition through the singularity of their art.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
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Christopher Kamrani, The Athletic, 29 Aug. 2024
The first is that military power can easily be overrated.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2012
Sedona is many things, but in my book, overrated will never be one of them.
—Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
But sense is overrated with actors who can overcome all sensory competition through the singularity of their art.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overrate
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The United States overestimated its capacity to influence Israel’s approach to the war in Gaza and did not sufficiently contend with the regional threat posed by Iran.Amos Yadlin, Foreign Affairs, 17 Dec. 2024
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Investors overestimated the money-making potential of railroads, and once the transcontinental railroad was up and running, reality began to set in about how much money railroads and related investments would actually make.Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 26 Nov. 2024
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The efforts that a brand makes to take individuals into account go a long way toward building trust and loyalty with consumers—especially those who feel that they’re seen and appreciated by the brand.Zaheer Dodhia, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Families with kids will appreciate the children's programming and facilities that comprise water slides and a floating river, among many others.Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 11 Dec. 2024
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Organizations that highly value ERG leadership and participation will retain more high performers.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Minimum initial deposit From $5,000 to $10,000, depending on the plan Fees The $40 annual maintenance fee for variable annuities can be waived for contracts valued at $100,000 or more.Liz Knueven, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024
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Despite this, the currency is still overvalued, according to economists.Hanna Ziady, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
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SoFi Technologies — Shares dipped 2.8% after Bank of America Global Research downgraded the fintech company and lender to underperform from neutral, saying the stock is overvalued after more than doubling over the past three months.Pia Singh, CNBC, 9 Dec. 2024
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Arrive before December 31st to admire the enchanting Christmas decorations that adorn all the streets.Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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After a short boat ride, guests dispersed to admire dolphins rollicking in the marsh’s winding waterways.Jennifer Hope Choi, Bon Appétit, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Overrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overrate. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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