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That's a bit much

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7 July 2026

That's a bit much

We use this expression to say we think someone has reacted in an unreasonable manner about something.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

You never help me. You're so selfish!

That's a bit much - I spent hours helping you with the accounts last week!

Example 2

I was two minutes late because of the traffic and the boss told me to get a new job!

That's a bit much! You're not responsible for the traffic!

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