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
SeppZEPGerman
Agapitoah-gah-PEE-toSpanish, Italian
ÍOmhar-Irish
Tianatee-AN-əEnglish
JobethJO-bethEnglish (Rare)
Vragi-Ancient Scandinavian