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to be drown in something
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to be overwhelmed or completely absorbed by a specific thing, experience, or emotion
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Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "be drowned in something" and when to use it?
The idiom "be drowned in something" is used to convey a sense of being overwhelmed or consumed by a particular thing or situation. The origin of this idiom lies in the literal act of drowning, where a person is submerged in water and unable to breathe or stay afloat.
Examples
I'm drowned in paperwork this week.
