Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
be-thrown-in-at-the-deep-end
idiomatic expression
/biː θroʊn ɪn æt ðə diːp ɛnd/
Definition
To be placed in a challenging situation without preparation.
Examples
- When she started her new job, she was thrown in at the deep end and had to learn the software on the fly.
- Being thrown in at the deep end can be stressful, but it also pushes you to grow and adapt.
Meaning
This phrase often implies that someone has been forced to deal with a difficult or unfamiliar task immediately, without any prior experience or guidance.
Synonyms
- put on the spot
- thrown into the deep water
- cast into the fray
