Mr. Tom Posted 11 years ago
Grammar

Expression: Be a bit strong

Hi

I just read that in BrE the expression "Be a bit strong" means "You've been very unfair". Is it correct?

Thanks,

Tom
  

Top answer

It means too harsh or too rude for the occasion. That might include also being unjust.

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It means too harsh or too rude for the occasion. That might include also being unjust.