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- overstep the bounds (of something)
overstep the bounds (of something)
overstep the bounds (of something)
To go further or do more than one should or is permitted. I really feel like you overstepped the bounds when you started criticizing John's ability as a parent. The local city council has overstepped the bounds of its authority in imposing this steep new income tax on its residents.