How selfish, stupid, ungrateful, etc. can you get?

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Used to express shock or disbelief at someone's extremely bad behavior.

You missed your best friend's wedding for a concert? How selfish can you get?

Pro Tip 2/3

It's a rhetorical question, not expecting a real answer, but to emphasize the point.

He always takes the largest piece of cake. How greedy can you get?

Pro Tip 3/3

Emphasis is often on 'how' and the adjective, reflecting disbelief or criticism.

She never thanked you for your help? How ungrateful can you get?

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