up to my neck

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Adjective up to my neck has 1 sense

neck-deep, up to my neck, up to your neck, up to her neck, up to his neck, up to our necks, up to their necks - deeply involved; "neck-deep in work"; "up to their necks in debt"
Antonym: uninvolved (indirect, via involved)

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Term: Up to my neck

Description:

The phrase "up to my neck" is an idiomatic expression used to convey a state of being deeply involved, overwhelmed, or completely absorbed in a situation or problem. It signifies being overwhelmed to the point where one feels suffocated or unable to handle any additional responsibilities or burdens.

Sense 1: Overwhelmed or deeply involved

Noun:

A state of being overwhelmed or deeply involved in a situation.

Sample Sentence:

With all the deadlines at work, I'm up to my neck in tasks and barely have any time to relax.

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Sense 2: Completely absorbed

Adjective:

Being completely absorbed or engrossed in an activity or situation.

Sample Sentence:

The kids were up to their necks in the puzzles, completely forgetting about the time.

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Sense 3: Overwhelmed to the point of suffocation

Adverb:

Indicating a state of being overwhelmed to the point of suffocation or being unable to handle any more.

Sample Sentence:

After taking care of my sick family members all day, I'm up to my neck exhausted.

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