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Be/get beyond a joke

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Frustration Expression

Used to express that something has become frustrating or problematic, not just a minor annoyance.

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The Wi-Fi breakdown has gotten beyond a joke; I've got urgent emails to send!
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Focus on Severity

Emphasizes that a situation has escalated to a level of high severity or seriousness.

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Their running late has become beyond a joke; we're missing all our appointments!
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Colloquial Usage

Common in spoken English and casual settings. Not suited for formal writing or speeches.

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His prank calls are getting beyond a joke; someone could get hurt.
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