carry too far



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]
See also: carry, far

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Kaitokah-ee-toJapanese
Thalia[θə'laiə]
Josune-Basque
IrmingardEER-min-gahrtGerman
Bedivere-Welsh Mythology, Arthurian Romance
Peppi-Italian