to the point of (something or of doing something)

to the point of (something or of doing something)

To such a degree or extent that something is true or could happen. He was focused on perfecting the project to the point of obsession. He is always so earnest and good-natured, to the point of seeming naïve at times.
See also: of, point
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

to the ˈpoint of something/of doing something

to such an extent that a stronger description could be used: The restaurant staff were unhelpful to the point of rudeness. His remarks were unkind to the point of being cruel.
See also: of, point, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • to the point of something/of doing something
  • break a record
  • break the record
  • break the/a record
  • a lot
  • a lot of
  • (in) so far as
  • nerd pack
  • increase
  • increase by