allow for exaggeration

Frequency: 4.53.0 per million words

To take into account that a statement may be exaggerated when judging its truthfulness.

exaggerationVERB + exaggeration

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allow for

Examples (10)

  • Their results, even allowing for exaggeration, are impressive.
  • You have to allow for some exaggeration in his travel stories.
  • The survey results look good, allowing for possible exaggeration.
  • We should allow for exaggeration when reading these reviews.
  • Even allowing for considerable exaggeration, the event was remarkable.
  • The witness's account seems credible, allowing for minor exaggeration.
  • Sales figures appear strong, allowing for typical exaggeration.
  • You must allow for exaggeration in any fishing tale.
  • The project's success is evident, allowing for some exaggeration.
  • We need to allow for natural exaggeration in these testimonials.