take (something) too far

take (something) too far

To do something, often some form of misbehavior, to an excessive degree. Well, your little brother is crying now because you took your teasing too far.
See also: far, take
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

carry/take something too, etc. ˈfar

continue doing something beyond reasonable limits: Of course we should show him respect, but I think expecting us to stand up whenever he walks into the room is taking things a bit far.
See also: carry, far, something, take
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See also:
  • carry (something) too far
  • carry too far
  • carry/take something too, etc. far
  • cry for
  • cry for (someone or something)
  • crying shame
  • crying shame, a
  • a crying shame
  • put the fear of God in (one)
  • put the fear of God into