over one’s head 無法應付;自不量力
這句話是形容某人處於無法掌控的狀況,或是嘗試去做超過自己能力太多的事情。
句型 …is in over one’s head.
A: Do you need some help on your project?
你的案子需要幫忙嗎?
B: Yeah, that would be great. I...
Rick: You OK, buddy? You look tired. Does your preggers wife have you at her beck and call?
Jack: How did you know? I can’t seem to please her. It’s 1)24/7.…
Rick: Just wait till...
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