Overstep the mark

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What does "Overstep the mark" mean?

exceed acceptable limits

Synonym: exceed limits, go too far Opposite: stay within bounds, conform

"Overstep the mark" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I overstepped the mark by asking.

— Modern Family S5E18

His Majesty was, like his father before him, a stickler for convention and tradition, and would never have done anything that violated the constitution, or overstepped the mark.

— The Crown S1E4

I might have overstepped the mark.

— The King's Speech

"Overstep the mark" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 3 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

Modern Family The Crown The King's Speech
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