Be a bit strong
phrase
To be more intense, severe, or harmful than is necessary or reasonable.
John's comment on Mary's presentation seemed to be a bit strong. He didn't have to be so critical.
Often appears as...
- seem to be a bit strong
- appear to be a bit strong
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Having a more potent, concentrated, or intense taste or smell than expected or desired.
The flavor of the spice in the meal seems to be a bit strong for my liking.
Often appears as...
- is a bit strong for
- seems to be a bit strong
phrase
To be more intense, severe, or harmful than is necessary or reasonable.
John's comment on Mary's presentation seemed to be a bit strong. He didn't have to be so critical.
Often appears as...
- seem to be a bit strong
- appear to be a bit strong
Usage tips
Colloquial
phrase
Having a more potent, concentrated, or intense taste or smell than expected or desired.
The flavor of the spice in the meal seems to be a bit strong for my liking.
Often appears as...
- is a bit strong for
- seems to be a bit strong
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Express Disapproval
Used to criticize something that seems excessive or unnecessary.
Telling her she failed completely was a bit strong, don't you think?
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Impact
The phrase can convey emotional response to harsh or severe words or actions.
His words were a bit strong, leaving everyone in the room upset.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjectivity
What is 'a bit strong' to one person may be appropriate to another.
I didn't expect my critique to be a bit strong; I thought I was being fair.
Pro Tip 1/3Express Disapproval
Used to criticize something that seems excessive or unnecessary.
Telling her she failed completely was a bit strong, don't you think?
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Impact
The phrase can convey emotional response to harsh or severe words or actions.
His words were a bit strong, leaving everyone in the room upset.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjectivity
What is 'a bit strong' to one person may be appropriate to another.
I didn't expect my critique to be a bit strong; I thought I was being fair.
Pro Tip 1/3Express Disapproval
Used to criticize something that seems excessive or unnecessary.
Telling her she failed completely was a bit strong, don't you think?
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Impact
The phrase can convey emotional response to harsh or severe words or actions.
His words were a bit strong, leaving everyone in the room upset.
Pro Tip 3/3Subjectivity
What is 'a bit strong' to one person may be appropriate to another.
I didn't expect my critique to be a bit strong; I thought I was being fair.
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