as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
The writing was great, but some of the acting was over-the-top.
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Recent Examples of over-the-top
This oversize, over-the-top property—yours for $80,000 a week—is emblematic of a growing travel trend: the supervilla.
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2025
Did the director worry such over-the-top comedy might push the envelope a little too far?
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 16 Aug. 2025
The soundtrack is still loaded with over-the-top rock songs (Foxy Shazam is a big musical presence this year).
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
The developer, known for over-the-top projects in collaboration with brands like Versace, Fendi, and Mandarin Oriental brings its signature flair to The Delmore.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2025
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2025
Did the director worry such over-the-top comedy might push the envelope a little too far?
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 16 Aug. 2025
The soundtrack is still loaded with over-the-top rock songs (Foxy Shazam is a big musical presence this year).
—Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 15 Aug. 2025
The developer, known for over-the-top projects in collaboration with brands like Versace, Fendi, and Mandarin Oriental brings its signature flair to The Delmore.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for over-the-top
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One position scrutinized in a new state audit of excessive spending by former University of Florida President Ben Sasse is the long-distance position created for former Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn.—
Vivian Jones,
The Tennessean,
21 Aug. 2025
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From hyperloops to solar roofs to trillion-dollar savings from federal budget cuts by DOGE, Musk has developed a reputation for excessive boasts and telling outright whoppers.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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First, overdose deaths are one extreme measure of a much bigger issue.—
Lipi Roy,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Porter defended the Park Service response to the fire and blamed its expansion on dynamic and extreme weather conditions.—
Stephanie Murray,
AZCentral.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The mushroom risotto is rich and satisfying, and the beautiful, extravagant dinnerware adds to the restaurant’s glamorous feel.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
19 Aug. 2025
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The sky’s the limit for any kind of unique, unexpected, or extravagant request.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Amanda learned in like 10 seconds, which is insane.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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If 51% of the population is being so underserved, the ratio to opportunity is insane.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While about half of Baby Boomers will have no long-term care expenses, costs will be steep for those who do.—
Howard Gleckman,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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Per Baseball Savant, Bichette has ranked 406 among major leaguers for sprint speed this year, a steep decline from the 289th spot last year.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
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Menu highlights include Bavarian pretzels, hot wings, pizza, burgers and lavish charcuterie boards.—
Roger Naylor,
AZCentral.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Since turning into tourist hot spots, these lavish bathrooms helped drive Deji’s daily foot traffic to a record 335,000 during the Labor Day Golden Week in May.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Over-the-top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over-the-top. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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