sensationalize
verb
sen·sa·tion·al·ize
sen-ˈsā-sh(ə-)nə-ˌlīz 
sensationalized; sensationalizing
: to present in a sensational manner
Examples of sensationalize in a Sentence
Journalists should report the news accurately without trying to sensationalize it.
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Thus, the temptation to sensationalize and exaggerate reality is high.
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Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
In a move that sensationalized their French hosts, wineries from Napa County were best rated in both categories in what became known as the Judgment of Paris.
—Mark Weinstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Apr. 2025
Inspired by the open, flat expanse of the American prairie, Wright’s designs sensationalized both the interior and home design worlds.
—AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
Media personalities, from journalists to hack YouTubers, will find a way to sensationalize trauma, while wannabe comedians will always find something funny.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2025
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Eric Wood, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
In a move that sensationalized their French hosts, wineries from Napa County were best rated in both categories in what became known as the Judgment of Paris.
—Mark Weinstein, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Apr. 2025
Inspired by the open, flat expanse of the American prairie, Wright’s designs sensationalized both the interior and home design worlds.
—AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
Media personalities, from journalists to hack YouTubers, will find a way to sensationalize trauma, while wannabe comedians will always find something funny.
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 3 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for sensationalize
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“Sensationalize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sensationalize. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.
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