get carried away
Example Sentences
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He has it bookmarked, and refers to it during his own process as a reminder not to get carried away with fancy gimmicks.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026
Zachary James returns as both Amenhotep III, Akhnaten’s father, and the engaging narrator who occasionally threatens to get carried away.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026
"We need to continue like this but not get carried away and keep our feet on the ground."
From Barron's • Dec. 29, 2025
It’s easy to get carried away by the enticing places that rank atop the lists.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 26, 2025
“No way, Mama,” is what I told her, wanting to believe but not letting my hopes get carried away just yet.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
