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Meaning of 'Over the top'

What does the saying 'Over the top' mean?

Idiom: Over the top

Meaning:

If something is over the top, it is excessive or unnecessary.  It refers to the moment a soldier leaves the trenches.
Country: International English | Subject Area: War, weapons and conflict | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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