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The Clue

Went too far (8 letter answer)

The Answer

OVERSHOT

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Notes

The answer OVERSHOT is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 2100 puzzles.

Related Clues

Exceeded
Went beyond
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Fired past the target
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Definition

OVERSHOOT as a verb:

1. shoot beyond or over (a target)
2. aim too high; "The plan overshoots its aim"

OVERSHOT as an adjective:

1. having an upper part projecting beyond the lower; "an overshot jaw"