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the deep end
01
a situation that is very difficult because one is not prepared to deal with it
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "the deep end" and when to use it?
The idiom "the deep end" has its origins in the world of swimming pools. It refers to the part of a pool that is furthest from the shallow or safe area, where the water is typically deeper and more challenging to navigate. The deep end is associated with greater risks and difficulties due to its depth. This expression is used to describe a situation or experience that is intense, challenging, or overwhelming.
Examples
On my first day, they threw me in the deep end with three angry clients.
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the section of a swimming pool where the water is at its deepest point
