overplays

[US]/ˌəʊvəˈpleɪz/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˈpleɪz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.exaggerates the importance of something; acts too dramatically; plays (or kicks) better than

Phrases & Collocations

overplays his hand

overplays the role

overplays the theme

overplays the joke

overplays emotions

overplays the situation

overplays the game

overplays the narrative

overplays the drama

overplays the strategy

Example Sentences

he often overplays his role in the project.

she tends to overplay her emotions during conversations.

the actor overplays his character, making it less believable.

sometimes, he overplays his hand in negotiations.

don't overplay your strengths; be modest.

she overplays the importance of her contributions.

overplaying the situation can lead to misunderstandings.

he overplays the drama in his storytelling.

it's best not to overplay your excitement in meetings.

overplaying a joke can ruin its humor.

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