overrated

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She considered Fellini pretentious and overrated, and Bergman a "northern Fellini."

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  • Madame Pfeiffer thinks their hospitality has been overrated, and gives them credit for the ability to make a good bargain. —  The Story of Ida Pfeiffer
  • The importance of this department of mechanism can scarcely be overrated, the solidity and permanency of most mechanical structures mainly depending on the employment of the screw, at the same time that the parts can be readily separated for renewal or repair. —  Industrial Biography
  • Army that the Israelis were overrated, and Diggs had a big reputation as a kick-ass tactician. —  The Sum of all Fears
  • The Bureau's fabled "manhunts" were overrated -- a holdover from the glory days of John Dillinger and Bonnie and Clyde. —  Cat & Mouse
  • She considered Fellini pretentious and overrated, and Bergman a "northern Fellini." —  Finding It at the Movies
 

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barcelona · genius · defenestrate · peanut butter

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