in too deep

Definitions

Involved in a situation to the extent that one cannot cope or escape.

idiomatic, not-comparable

Examples

“Near-synonyms: outmatched, outgunned”

“But he didn’t regret⟳ killing Qian. The doctor was in too deep. The notes on the flash⟳ drive⟳ showed a steady progression into dementia, a deteriorating mental state directly linked to incidents of exposure to Sovereign.”

“We are simply in too deep to consider⟳ extrication from today's technologically infused world. To assert the contrary is akin to seeking disconnection from the human race⟳ itself.”

“I believe⟳, I believe⟳, I believe⟳, I believe⟳ / That I'm in too deep / And jealousy, jealousy, jealousy, jealousy / Get⟳ the best in me”

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