little known vs over one's head

little known

over one's head

adj
  • Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see over, head. 

  • More complex or confusing than one can understand; beyond one’s comprehension. 

  • More than one can handle; too much (especially in over one's head). 

  • Performing at a level greatly superior to one's usual level of performance. 

  • Directed to someone with authority over the person, so as to avoid requiring the approval of the person himself or herself. 

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