lay something on thick

lay it on thick

To exaggerate, overembellish, or overstate some emotional experience, response, or appeal, such as blame, praise, flattery, excuses, etc. Jim carries on as though flattering the boss will get him a promotion, so he's always laying it on thick for her. Bob, I think Mary understands the trouble she's in, no need to lay it on so thick.See also: lay, on, thick

lay something on thick (or with a trowel)

grossly exaggerate or overemphasize something. informalSee also: lay, on, something, thick

单词	lay something on thick
释义	lay something on thick lay it on thick To exaggerate, overembellish, or overstate some emotional experience, response, or appeal, such as blame, praise, flattery, excuses, etc. Jim carries on as though flattering the boss will get him a promotion, so he's always laying it on thick for her. Bob, I think Mary understands the trouble she's in, no need to lay it on so thick.See also: lay, on, thick lay something on thick (or with a trowel) grossly exaggerate or overemphasize something. informalSee also: lay, on, something, thick
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