How to Use go overboard in a Sentence

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• There's no need to go overboard with the fear factor though.
  — Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 15 Sep. 2022
• For a new boyfriend or girlfriend and don’t want to go overboard?
  — Alexis Bennett, Vogue, 5 Dec. 2021
• His advice is to not go overboard to the point of standing out among your neighbors.
  — Kimi Robinson, azcentral, 12 June 2020
• Small males go overboard and big males plunge into the holding tank.
  — Julia Rosen, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Mar. 2022
• Christian Bale's kids don't go overboard about their dad being in the movie biz.
  — Marisa Sullivan, Peoplemag, 15 Dec. 2022
• Roll up your sleeves and start pulling your weight -- just remember not to go overboard.
  — Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2022
• Oatmeal can be a safe choice, but try not to go overboard on the sugary toppings.
  — Zee Krstic, Good Housekeeping, 6 Dec. 2022
• There’s no need to go overboard on the number of components.
  — Washington Post, 14 Jan. 2021
• Buy things that reflect good taste, but don’t go overboard with spending and cause a tiff with your mate.
  — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 19 Dec. 2020
• But you mozz be sure not to go overboard with this type of cheese—or any cheese variety, for that matter.
  — Perri O. Blumberg, Men's Health, 17 Aug. 2022
• The proactive approach can go overboard, so be careful how far this goes.
  — Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Apr. 2023
• While there is no problem buying one or even a few gift cards to lock in bonus rewards, don’t go overboard.
  — Dallas News, 1 Dec. 2022
• The sports talk world no doubt will go overboard talking up Sale’s performance.
  — BostonGlobe.com, 16 Oct. 2021
• Some clinicians did go overboard, Dr. van der Kolk said.
  — Ellen Barry, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2023
• Play with Patterns Stripes, plaids, florals—the key to using them tastefully is to not go overboard and keep the color palette muted and earthy.
  — Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2023
• The Blues and Bortuzzo did not go overboard celebrating his rare goal.
  — Warren Mayes, Star Tribune, 3 May 2021
• The palate has just enough oak, but does not go overboard, and layers of flavors follow: creme brulee, milk and dark chocolate, molasses, brown sugar, ripe plum, peach, and just a hint of spice on the finish.
  — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2023
• Speaking of appetizers, don't go overboard on the main menu either.
  — Hiranmayi Srinivasan, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2021
• A touch of garlic, lemon zest, or paprika are pleasant additions to the batter as well, but don't go overboard and overpower the clams!
  — Kat Craddock, Saveur, 10 June 2016
• My family drinks very little alcohol, while my ex’s friends and family are known to go overboard in this area.
  — Amy Dickinson, Detroit Free Press, 13 June 2021
• Plan a variety of activities (paddling one day, hiking the next …), but don’t go overboard.
  — Outside Online, 17 Sep. 2020
• In order to create a pillowscape that doesn’t overwhelm the bed, limit yourself to four colors or patterns and don't go overboard with numbers.
  — Jessica Dailey, Good Housekeeping, 14 Sep. 2020
• But don’t go overboard with the scheduling, either: Dr. Rich reminds us that loads of research shows kids benefit from free play and unstructured time.
  — Gail Cornwall, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2020
• Careful not to go overboard with a carry pistol, however.
  — Chris Mudgett, Outdoor Life, 8 Oct. 2020
• Latter-day Saint leaders have a message for you: Watch out for a fellow ward member who offers a can’t-miss investment, and don’t go overboard stocking up on food storage.
  — David Noyce, The Salt Lake Tribune, 8 Apr. 2021
• Use scents sparingly: Evoking the seasonal spirit with sprigs of spruce or a simmering pot of apples and cinnamon is fine, but don’t go overboard.
  — Taylor Walcik, Dallas News, 27 Nov. 2022
• When does a healthy level of organization go overboard?
  — Madeleine Aggeler, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2023
• If any of those containers go overboard, at least two additional parties swiftly learn what was inside them: insurance agents and lawyers.
  — Kathryn Schulz, The New Yorker, 30 May 2022
• For additional proof, take a look at the adorable stoneware collection, which includes a serving platter and other dishes with subtle gold accents for a festive boost that doesn’t go overboard.
  — Lauren Phillips, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Nov. 2022
• Otherwise, the Miracle Balm delivers a lovely subtle pinch of color that doesn't go overboard.
  — Jacqueline Saguin, Good Housekeeping, 1 June 2023

Last Updated: 27 Jun 2024