Go Too Far

B1 16+

Collocations of go too far

extreme measures
Frequency: 70 %

He went too far by taking extreme measures to win the competition.

unacceptable behavior
Frequency: 60 %

Her outburst at the meeting was a clear example of going too far with unacceptable behavior.

crossing the line
Frequency: 55 %

She crossed the line when she made personal attacks during the argument, going too far.

overboard
Frequency: 50 %

He always goes overboard with his jokes, sometimes crossing the line.

excessive force
Frequency: 45 %

The police were accused of using excessive force, going too far in handling the protest.

Idiomatic Expressions for go too far

  • Phrase: cross the line
    Meaning: to behave in a way that is considered unacceptable or inappropriate
    Usage: His comments crossed the line and offended many of his colleagues.