Throw someone in at the deep end meaning
What does the saying 'Throw someone in at the deep end' mean?
Idiom: Throw someone in at the deep end
Meaning:
If you are thrown in at the deep end, you have to deal with serious issues the moment you start something like a job, instead of having time to acquire experience.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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