go too far

Idioms & Phrases

go too far

Exceed some limit, as in I wouldn't go too far with those remarks or they'll turn on you, or If Jane goes too far, she'll be sent to her room. [Second half of 1500s]

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
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