Meanings
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.
How to pronounce "in at the deep end":
AU
Placed in a complex situation (especially work-related) without adequate preparation or experience.
Example Sentences
1
She had never worked in a professional kitchen before, but when the head chef quit suddenly, she was thrown in at the deep end.
2
The new employee was given no formal training and was left to figure things out on their own, being thrown in at the deep end.
3
After graduating from medical school, she was immediately asked to perform a complicated surgery, being thrown in at the deep end.
4
He had never driven a car before, but when his friend needed a ride to the hospital, he was thrown in at the deep end.
5
As soon as she joined the football team, she was put on the field during the final minutes of an important match, being thrown in at the deep end.
