overstate differences
[ˌoʊvərˈsteɪt ˈdɪfərənsɪz]
verb phrase
exagerar as diferenças
1. to represent or describe differences between things as being greater, more significant, or more important than they actually are
The media tends to overstate differences between the two candidates to make the election seem more dramatic.
A mídia tende a exagerar as diferenças entre os dois candidatos para tornar a eleição mais dramática.
2. to magnify or amplify distinctions in a way that is misleading or inaccurate
Don't overstate differences in our approaches; we're actually working toward the same goal.
Não exagere as diferenças em nossas abordagens; na verdade, estamos trabalhando para o mesmo objetivo.
This phrase is commonly used in American media and political discourse to critique how differences are portrayed in news reporting and public debate. In Brazilian Portuguese contexts, it appears frequently in academic discussions and journalistic critiques about sensationalism and polarization.
NYC Slang
blow things out of proportion; make a big deal out of nothing
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