Be up to your eyes in something

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Severity of Busyness

Emphasizes being extremely busy, not just any level of busyness. Slide

During tax season, accountants are up to their eyes in paperwork.

Pro Tip 2/3

Personal Involvement

Shows direct involvement in the situation, not observing from afar. Slide

As a wedding planner during peak season, I'm up to my eyes in work.

Pro Tip 3/3

Possible Neglect

Suggests potential neglect of other tasks or responsibilities. Slide

He's up to his eyes in video games and forgetting his homework.

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