carry too far

Also, carry to excess. Extend too much in a single direction, as in One can carry the concept of mercy too far; these young thugs should be punished, or Humor in a sermon can be carried to excess. [Early 1700s]

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Hippolytos	-	Greek Mythology, Ancient Greek
Avedis	-	Armenian
Hajni	HAWY-nee	Hungarian
Kassidy	KAS-i-dee	English (Modern)
Agatha	AG-ə-thə (English)	English, Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Aella	-	Greek Mythology