drink from a firehose

The phrase "drink from a firehose" vividly illustrates being overwhelmed by an excessive and rapid influx of information or tasks.

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Definition

(informal, idiomatic)To be overwhelmed by a large amount of information or tasks in a short time.

Starting a new job can feel like drinking from a firehose with all the new information to absorb.

(informal, idiomatic)To receive an intense and rapid influx of tasks or responsibilities that are hard to manage.

During the project deadline, the team felt like they were drinking from a firehose.

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