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
Even the ones, such as Carpenter, who go for over-the-top sexuality do it with a wink and a heteropessimist edge.
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Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
And for any fan of the show — and Wilson’s over-the-top, egotistical Dwight — the lyrics might not be a total surprise.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Make tire wear matter more, just not to the over-the-top levels seen previously.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
In 2004, the brand introduced an over-the-top sports version of the Ram 1500 called the SRT-10.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2025
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Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 15 Apr. 2025
And for any fan of the show — and Wilson’s over-the-top, egotistical Dwight — the lyrics might not be a total surprise.
—Victoria Edel, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Make tire wear matter more, just not to the over-the-top levels seen previously.
—Jordan Bianchi, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
In 2004, the brand introduced an over-the-top sports version of the Ram 1500 called the SRT-10.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for over-the-top
Adjective
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This study, which was published in the journal Neurology, comes when clinicians and public health advocates are raising awareness of alcohol use disorder and issues related to excessive alcohol consumption.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Avoid constipation as excessive straining can weaken the pelvic floor.—
Violeta Valdés,
Vogue,
9 Apr. 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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Here are the four most extravagant moments of Kravitz's Paris home that took our breath away.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Apr. 2025
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The fall/winter 2025 collection, the designer's first outing since his starry and extravagant Hamptons showcase just before New York Fashion Week's September kickoff, was an off-calendar show that packed just as much star power as its predecessor.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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And these are both short and long-term outcomes, like extreme fatigue.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
17 Apr. 2025
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Much of New Mexico continues to battle severe to extreme drought conditions, which will also exacerbate the fire threat.—
Bill Hutchinson,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Over-the-top.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over-the-top. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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