sensationalize

/sɛnˈseɪʃənəˌlaɪz/
verb
  1. To present information in a way that is exaggerated or shocking in order to get people's attention (alternative spelling of sensationalise).
    • The media often sensationalize minor events to make them seem like major crises.
    • Some websites sensationalize their headlines just to get more clicks.
    • The author chose not to sensationalize the story, keeping it honest and simple.
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