Meaning of the word "over shoes, over boots" in English
What does "over shoes, over boots" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
over shoes, over boots
US /ˈoʊ.vər ʃuz, ˈoʊ.vər buts/
UK /ˈəʊ.və ʃuːz, ˈəʊ.və buːts/
Idiom
to be completely involved in something, especially a difficult or problematic situation, to the point where one cannot easily withdraw
Example:
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He didn't mean to get involved in the scandal, but now he is over shoes, over boots.
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Once you start this project, you'll be over shoes, over boots before you know it.
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