too much information
The phrase "too much information" is commonly abbreviated as TMI and is used to signal discomfort with overly personal or excessive details.
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Definition
B2Casual Conversation
(informal)An expression used when someone shares overly personal or embarrassing details.
Example
- He started describing his surgery in detail, and I had to say, 'too much information!'
B2Online Communication
(informal, internet slang)A phrase indicating that the following details may be more extensive than necessary.
Example
- She replied to the comment with 'TMI,' suggesting the extra details were not needed.
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