verb
to sell more of something than is actually available or than is reasonable
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It is important not to oversell the benefits of the new product in the marketing materials.
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Don't oversell the car to your friend, let them make their own decision.
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The salesman tried to oversell me on the phone, but I wasn't buying it.
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She tends to oversell her abilities, but in reality, she is just an average performer.