Word: overstepping
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Some Abortion Protestors Overstep Free Speech Bounds...
...approach the end of the century and the turning of the millennium, we should not delude ourselves that the big questions have been answered and we are free to run and play. Elmo is an important and adorable figure in our preschools and on television, but he shouldn't overstep his proper place, on "Sesame Street." We can't let Elmo become a national hero, of easy answers and wonder in a time when we need strong leaders who can make tough choices. Elmo just isn't made of the right stuff...
These letters, whether to prospective employers, Harvard alums, or other contacts, should be in the language of the country unless you feel quite confident that the recipient is fluent in English. Be careful, however, not to overstep the bounds of your language ability by having someone else write the letter for you. If your language ability is up to it, don't hesitate to use the phone...
Political satire is rightfully expressed through the constitutionally guaranteed freedoms of speech, of the press and of assembly. This country and this publication are therefore respectful of all political speech, irrelevant of its content, so long as that speech and the means by which it is expressed don't overstep lawful bounds...
...their great wisdom, the founders of this country took every precaution to ensure that their new government would never dare to overstep its bounds. The Anti-Federalists strongly opposed any kind of national authority. Even Jefferson and the Democratic-Republicans, who supported a Federal government, saw it as a kind of necessary evil. After unpleasant experiences with the British, Americans wanted to ensure that governing powers would never infringe on their personal liberties...