overstepped

Example Sentences

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Still, Hoppock said, CBP had overstepped in its aggressive handling of the matter, which he called “really something.”

From Salon • May 14, 2026

If she were found guilty of a crime, she wouldn’t be able to claim that the police had overstepped by arresting her.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

In November, Bessent attended arguments at the Supreme Court in a case that will determine whether Trump overstepped his authority in enacting sweeping global tariffs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 20, 2026

On 22, Smith was caught at cover, only for replays to show Green overstepped.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

He was put out that I had overstepped myself in denying that I would profit from biochemistry.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson