Hedging
Hedging noun - An intentionally noncommittal or ambiguous statement.
Overstatement and hedging are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Overstatement" instead a noun "Hedging".
Overstatement
Overstatement noun - The representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts.
Usage example: a claim to worldwide fame is a bit of an overstatement on the part of that nightclub
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Synonyms for Overstatement
Hedging and overstatement are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hedging" instead a noun "Overstatement".
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