Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
do-to-death
idiom
/ˌduː tə ˈdɛθ/
Definition
To overdo something to the extent that it becomes tedious or loses its value.
Examples
- We’ve discussed that topic do-to-death; let’s move on to something new.
- He tends to do everything to death, so it’s hard to enjoy a simple movie night with him.
Meaning
The phrase implies a level of repetition or intensity that makes the original action less enjoyable or effective.
Synonyms
- Overdo
- Exhaust
- Oversimplify
