to a fault

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: to an excessive degree
precise to a fault

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Ohtani eventually left, crossing town to win a World Series with the Dodgers, while Trout stayed behind, loyal to a fault. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Steering is neutral, almost to a fault, and seems nearly telepathic. — William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 But the documentary, to a fault, mirrors the Deadheads’ rambling aura and general absence of structure. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 21 July 2026 The through line on Pink Pocket Pistol is honesty, even to a fault. — Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 26 June 2026

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“To a fault.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20a%20fault. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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