deep idioms (idioms with adjectives)

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what does deep mean?

The word ‘deep‘ as an adjective can mean intense or extending far down.

For example:

I had a deep conversation with Paul about where our relationship is headed. (intense)
Don’t swim too far out, the lake is really deep. (far down)

Let’s take a look at some common idioms containing the word ‘deep’.

deep pockets
meaning – have lots of money
example – We can’t spend too much on advertising. We’re a new business with not very deep pockets.
in deep water
meaning – in difficulty/trouble
example – I’ve been summoned to the school. Lilly is in deep water.
still waters run deep
meaning – shy/quiet/calm people are often interesting
example – I spoke to Geeky Graham today. It’s true what they say, still waters run deep.
throw in at the deep
meaning – end make someone do something difficult without preparing them for it
example – I’ve never baked, and I’ve got to make a wedding cake. I’m being thrown in at the deep end.

Here’s some real life picture examples.

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