Meaning of the word "be in deep water" in English

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be in deep water

US /bi ɪn diːp ˈwɔːtər/
UK /bi ɪn diːp ˈwɔːtər/
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Idiom

to be in serious trouble or difficulty

Example:
After failing the exam, he knew he was in deep water with his parents.
The company found itself in deep water after the scandal broke.