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Definition overblown in British English

overblown adjective

adjective
/ˌəʊvə(r)ˈbləʊn/
1

something that is overblown is made to seem more important, exciting, or impressive than it really is

Example

overblown reports of earthquake damage

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2

an overblown object is too big or too brightly decorated to be attractive

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Definition overblown in British English