In the extreme

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To a very high degree, in an excessive or extreme way.

Her views on education are traditional in the extreme.
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Often appears as...

  • traditional in the extreme
  • patient in the extreme
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Intensity Emphasis

Use 'in the extreme' to highlight extremely intense qualities or behaviors.

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His dedication to his job is punctual in the extreme.
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Negative Connotation

The phrase often suggests a quality has moved beyond normal to potentially negative.

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Her frugality is economical in the extreme, bordering on stinginess.
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Subtle Critique

Can imply that an extreme degree of something may not be entirely positive.

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His approach to problem-solving is cautious in the extreme.
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