harp on

phrasal verb

harped on; harping on; harps on

US, informal

: to talk about (a subject) constantly or repeatedly in an annoying way

She's always harping on the importance of a good diet.

He seems to enjoy harping on my shortcomings.

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The game harps on the idea that there is tension between these elements—how can a hardened warrior care for a fluffy baby griffin? —

G Kirilloff, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2024 Texas’ three-year climb under Sarkisian’s watch is proof of his commitment to harping on attitudes, practice habits, details and yes, the GPA, to translate that talent into wins. —

Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 24 Aug. 2024 In fact, a Department of Justice antitrust case against Apple harps on the failure to offer end-to-end encryption outside its iOS messaging app as a monopoly concern. —

Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 15 Dec. 2024 The most refreshing part is the film’s matter-of-factness around its characters’ identities, never harping on labels or dwelling on politics. —

Samantha Allen, Them, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for harp on