in the weeds
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Immersed or entangled in details or complexities.
Where it’s used:
Used
Business & corporate jargon
Sources & notes
Imported from Wikipedia “List of business terms” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-29), pending review.
Common questions
What does “in the weeds” mean?
Immersed or entangled in details or complexities.
Is “in the weeds” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.