overplay
v
1 [Tn] give too much importance to (sth) 过分重视(某事物)
overplay certain factors 过分看重某些因素
You must not overplay his part in the negotiations. 你不可过高估计他在谈判中的作用. Cf 参看 underplay.
2 (idm 习语) overplay one´s `hand take too great or too many risks (by overestimating one´s own strength) (因过高估计自己的力量)冒风险
The union is in danger of overplaying its hand in the current dispute. 工会在目前纠纷中高估自己实力有失败之虞.