To the nth degree

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To the maximum extent, as much as possible.

He perfected that skill to the nth degree
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  • perfected to the nth degree
  • exaggerated to the nth degree

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Idiomatic

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Emphasis on Excellence

Used when someone has highly refined a skill or method to its best possible level.

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His craftsmanship is meticulous to the nth degree.
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Positive Extremes

Often highlights the speaker's admiration for something done with extreme precision or perfection.

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Her dedication to her art is to the nth degree.
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Casual Hyperbole

Common in casual speech to emphasize a point, not always taken literally.

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He's careful with his money to the nth degree.
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