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Overemphasis

Noun:

1. the act of placing excessive importance or emphasis on something.

Sample Sentence: The overemphasis on test scores has led to a narrow focus on academic achievement in schools.

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Verb:

1. to place excessive importance or emphasis on something.

Sample Sentence: It's important not to overemphasis one's achievements and remember the contributions of others.

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Adjective:

1. characterized by excessive importance or emphasis.

Sample Sentence: The speaker's overemphasis on certain points distracted the audience from the main message of the presentation.

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