
Hype
Exaggerated Claims
Be skeptical of 'hype' that promises too much, as it may not deliver.

Despite all the hype, the 'revolutionary' gadget did little more than my old phone.
Media Influence
Media often use 'hype' to generate excitement or interest before an event.

The fight was nowhere near as epic as the media hype suggested.
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