Making statements that tend to exaggerate such as "Why do you always...?" or "You never...!" is called __________.

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Overgeneralization is the act of making a statement that applies to a whole group, situation or person, without considering the specifics or exceptions. Using phrases such as "always" or "never" is a form of overgeneralization, as it portrays a situation more exaggeratedly than it actually is.

Making Statements That Tend to Exaggerate Such as "Why Do