Although it is very appropriate for the appraisal that I am writing, it has become overused in our workplace. Any suggestions for alternate wording is appreciated.
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2Possible link: https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/94774/word-to-describe-when-someone-describes-something-in-too-much-detail – Mark Hubbard Sep 05 '17 at 18:00
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Another possibility: https://english.stackexchange.com/q/408391/24489 – StoneyB on hiatus Sep 05 '17 at 18:28
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Also Phrase for focusing on unimportant details. – Edwin Ashworth Sep 05 '17 at 18:29
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I agree with getting bogged down in the details, which was already suggested as an answer at Idiom for explaining something too thoroughly – Arm the good guys in America Sep 05 '17 at 18:36
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I like "lost in the weeds". – The Photon Sep 05 '17 at 18:57
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A common alternative is "can't see the forest for the trees." That may be a bit casual for your purpose if you're in a technical field.
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