throw somebody in at the deep end

Register · Informal Informal — used in casual, everyday conversation among friends and family. Avoid in formal writing or professional settings. CEFR B2

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Example

“On my first day they threw me in at the deep end with a big client.”

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easier said than done Neutral · CEFR B1

Something that sounds simple to do but is actually hard.

back to square one Neutral · CEFR B2

to return to the beginning of a task after an attempt has failed

get the show on the road Informal · CEFR B2

to begin a project or activity that has been delayed

get to grips with Neutral · CEFR B2

to begin to understand and deal with a difficult problem or task

moving target Neutral · CEFR B2

a goal or requirement that keeps changing while you try to hit it

back to basics Neutral · CEFR B1

returning to the simple, fundamental principles of an activity

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