propasarse

to go too far

to make a pass at

propasarse(proh-pah-sahr-seh)

pronominal verb

1. (to cross the line)

a. to go too far

La crítica musical se propasó en sus críticas a nuestro primer disco.

The music press went too far in their criticism of our first record.

b. to overstep the mark

Puede tomar unas copas de vez en cuando, pero no se propase.

You can have a few drinks every now and then but don't overstep the mark.

2. (sexual; often used with "con")

a. to make a pass at

Elena denunció a su jefe a la policía por propasarse con ella.

Elena reported her boss to the police for making a pass at her.

b. to take liberties with

(old-fashioned)

Flavio se había propasado con la esposa de su mejor amigo.

Flavio had taken liberties with his best friend's wife.