overstepping

Example Sentences

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Talk to some folks in your family whom you trust to make sure you’re not overstepping any unspoken boundaries that underlie family relationships.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 15, 2025

A: Sometimes, you have to be direct with people who are overstepping.

From Seattle Times • May 2, 2024

When she paid a solo visit to communities affected by floods in Rio Grande do Sul, critics accused her of overstepping the mark - she was not elected, they said.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2024

At the same time, Ethier said he’s mindful of not overstepping his boundaries.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2024

Dad gave me a sharp look, and I knew I needed to make my point quickly or risk overstepping.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs