go off the deep end

Meaning: To become deeply involved with someone or something before one is ready; to go crazy.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: The Absurd

Origin: The expression suggests the idea of plunging into the deep end of a swimming pool and being in over one's head.

More idioms — The Absurd

go over with a bang — To be extremely successful.
go over like a lead balloon — To be completely unsuccessful, contrary to expectations; to fail.
go to pieces — To fall apart physically or emotionally; to lose one's self-control.
go up in smoke — To disappear; to be ruined.
good grief! — An expletive that means "This is ridiculous!" or "I've had enough!".
grasp at straws — To act in desperation with little hope of success.

go out on a limb — To take a risk.
go to the dogs — To fall into disrepair; to deteriorate.
go with the flow — To take a relaxed attitude towards life.
golden age — A time when something is at its best.
good samaritan — A person who helps someone in trouble without thought of personal gain.
grim reaper — Death.

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