juggling act
The phrase "juggling act" is often used metaphorically to describe managing multiple tasks or responsibilities at once, akin to the literal skill of juggling objects.
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Definition
B2Everyday Life
(idiomatic, informal)A challenging situation where someone handles several tasks or responsibilities at the same time.
Example
- Balancing work, family, and school can feel like a juggling act.
- She performed a juggling act to meet the deadlines for all her projects.
B1Performance
(literal, technical)The skill of keeping multiple objects in the air by continuously throwing and catching them.
Example
- The circus performer amazed the audience with his juggling act.
- Learning a juggling act requires practice and coordination.
Similar
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