cannot be overstated
idiom
—used to say that something is very large or very great
The importance of tomorrow's test cannot be overstated.
Examples of cannot be overstated in a Sentence
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The personification of consistency, Jim’s influence on the American Football League and professional football as a whole cannot be overstated.
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Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
However, his contributions to the Black Panther Party, whose Free Breakfast for Children is still used in schools across America today, and the Black Power Movement cannot be overstated.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 May 2024
As someone who has studied ethnomusicology, Bennett believes the contributions Parker made and his overall influence on jazz cannot be overstated.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2024
With a market value exceeding $400 billion, its significance cannot be overstated.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
The chic design of this machine cannot be overstated—the mix of stainless steel and glass makes for a beautiful addition to any kitchen counter.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2024
But the impression that Simpson’s all-consuming trial had on shaping the modern media environment cannot be overstated.
—Oliver Darcy, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
The need for robust diagnostic capabilities cannot be overstated.
—Luciana Borio and Phil Krause, STAT, 12 Apr. 2024
In the world of cannabis retail, the significance of smoking accessories cannot be overstated.
—Harrison Bard, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2024
Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024
However, his contributions to the Black Panther Party, whose Free Breakfast for Children is still used in schools across America today, and the Black Power Movement cannot be overstated.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 17 May 2024
As someone who has studied ethnomusicology, Bennett believes the contributions Parker made and his overall influence on jazz cannot be overstated.
—J.m. Banks, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2024
With a market value exceeding $400 billion, its significance cannot be overstated.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 12 May 2024
The chic design of this machine cannot be overstated—the mix of stainless steel and glass makes for a beautiful addition to any kitchen counter.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2024
But the impression that Simpson’s all-consuming trial had on shaping the modern media environment cannot be overstated.
—Oliver Darcy, CNN, 12 Apr. 2024
The need for robust diagnostic capabilities cannot be overstated.
—Luciana Borio and Phil Krause, STAT, 12 Apr. 2024
In the world of cannabis retail, the significance of smoking accessories cannot be overstated.
—Harrison Bard, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2024
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“Cannot be overstated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cannot%20be%20overstated. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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