Once too often Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Risk and Consequence Use when describing a behavior that's risky, which eventually leads to a negative outcome. She skipped class once too often and failed the course. Pro Tip 2/3Ending Tolerance Indicates the last instance of behavior that destroys remaining patience or acceptance. He arrived late once too often and was fired. Pro Tip 3/3Behavior Threshold Suitable for when someone exceeds the acceptable limit of an action or behavior. You've ignored my advice once too often; I won't help anymore.