Amounts - Extremity

Explore English idioms that relate to extremity, including "go overboard" and "tooth and nail".

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(a|one) hell of a {sth} [phrase]

used when wanting to emphasize the extent of something one is saying

Ex: We had one hell of a time at the party last night ; it was unforgettable .

to [go] overboard [phrase]

to be extreme or excessive in one's doings

Ex: The manager went overboard in praising the team 's efforts , making everyone feel appreciated .

over the top [adverb]

in a manner that is too extreme or exaggerated

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thick and fast [phrase]

with great speed and in high numbers

Ex: During the holiday shopping season , the customers were coming into the store thick and fast .

to the core [phrase]

in an extreme manner or in every aspect possible

Ex: The old house is charming to the core , with its vintage decor and historical architecture .

up a storm [phrase]

in a very enthusiastic and energetic way

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to (the|) death [phrase]

used for emphasizing the intensity or extent of something

Ex: The debate between the politicians became so heated that it seemed like they were arguing to death , with no room for compromise .

to the [bone] [phrase]

used to show the extent or intensity of something

Ex: We felt shocked to the bones to read about the things our neighbor had done .

tooth and nail [phrase]

with all the resources, determination, and strength that one has

Ex: He resisted the changes to the company policy tooth and nail , arguing passionately against them .

a whale of {sth} [phrase]

used to say that something is extremely good or abundant

Ex: The company made a whale of a profit last year due to their successful marketing campaign .

at the top of {one's} lungs [phrase]

as loud as one is capable of

Ex: During the concert , the fans were singing along at the top of their lungs .

{one's} guts out [phrase]

with as much effort as possible

Ex: She ran her guts out during the marathon and still did n't win .

like hell [phrase]

used to emphasize the intensity or speed of something

Ex: She fought like hell to defend her position during the argument .

{one's} (ass|butt) off [phrase]

with a significant amount of effort and dedication

Ex: I 've been practicing my guitar skills like crazy , playing my ass off to get better .

{one's} [heart] out [phrase]

in an intense, energetic, and enthusiastic way

Ex: He played the piano like he was pouring his heart out , creating beautiful music .

{one's} [head] off [phrase]

in a very loud and unrestrained manner

Ex: During the concert , the singer was belting out the lyrics , singing her head off .

as sin [phrase]

used to emphasize the intensity or extremeness of something, often a negative quality or characteristic

Ex: The old building was as ugly as sin , with peeling paint and broken windows .

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Distance	Extent	Intensity or Emphasis	Extremity
Large Number or Amount	Small Number or Amount	Speed