I wouldn't go that far

/aɪ ˈwʊdənt ɡoʊ ðæt fɑr/
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To say that something is beyond what one is willing to do.

Examples

  • He proposed that we skip the meeting entirely, but I wouldn't go that far.
  • He said the project would cost a million dollars, but I wouldn't go that far.
  • If you think I’ll lend you all my money, I wouldn't go that far.
  • She argued that we should eat only raw food, and I wouldn't go that far.
  • When he suggested quitting his job to travel the world, I wouldn't go that far.

Similar words

That's over the line
I can't agree with that
That's beyond me
I wouldn't agree
That's too much

Meanings

Express that something is too extreme or that you would not do it

everyday
neutral
Used to say that you think a statement or action is an overstatement or that you would not be willing to do it.

Examples

  • She claimed she could run a marathon without training, but I wouldn't go that far.
  • When he suggested quitting his job to travel the world, I wouldn't go that far.
  • He said the project would cost a million dollars, but I wouldn't go that far.
  • If you think I’ll lend you all my money, I wouldn't go that far.
  • She argued that we should eat only raw food, and I wouldn't go that far.
  • He proposed that we skip the meeting entirely, but I wouldn't go that far.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does I wouldn't go that far mean?

It means you think something is beyond what you are willing to do.

How is I wouldn't go that far used in everyday conversation?

It is used to say a statement or action is an overstatement or something you wouldn’t do.

In what situations would you say I wouldn't go that far?

You would say it when a suggestion seems too extreme or you would not be willing to do it.

Is I wouldn't go that far considered formal or informal?

It has a neutral register and is used in everyday, not formal, contexts.

What are some synonyms for I wouldn't go that far?

Synonyms include "That's too much", "I can't agree with that", "That's over the line", "I wouldn't agree", and "That's beyond me".

Can I wouldn't go that far be used to disagree with someone?

Yes, it can express disagreement by indicating the other person's idea is too extreme.

Does I wouldn't go that far imply that something is an overstatement?

Yes, it signals that the comment is an overstatement.

How does I wouldn't go that far differ from saying "That's too much"?

While both express that something is excessive, I wouldn't go that far focuses on personal willingness, whereas That's too much is a more general judgment.

Is I wouldn't go that far appropriate in written communication?

It is acceptable in writing as long as the tone remains neutral and everyday.

What register does I wouldn't go that far belong to?

It belongs to the neutral register and is used in everyday contexts.

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