in at the deep end in English

Audio: en-au-in at the deep end.ogg

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Etymology: Derived from the slope in a swimming pool, which is shallow at one side, for beginners, and has a deeper section designed for more experienced swimmers. Head templates: {{en-adj|-|head=(thrown) in at the deep end}} (thrown) in at the deep end (not comparable)

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        "(idiomatic) Placed in a complex situation (especially work-related) without adequate preparation or experience."
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          "word": "off the wall"
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    {
      "word": "off the wall"
    },
    {
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    {
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    }
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"in at the deep end" meaning in English

Adjective