English in a Minute: Beyond the Pale

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Long ago, England controlled an area around Dublin, Ireland, known as the Pale. But what do you think “beyond the pale” means as an idiom?  
A: This is weird. I left my sandwich in the break room, and now it’s gone.  
D: Oh, I think I saw Bob eating it. 
A: Bob?! He’s done some bad things before -- but stealing my sandwich? That is beyond the pale!
D: I agree. Especially a tuna sandwich.
A: Wait. How did you know it was tuna, Dan?!   
When someone’s behavior is “beyond the pale,” they have gone past what is acceptable. It can even be offensive or immoral. I think stealing and lying are beyond the pale, Dan.
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