General
bogged down
What does bogged down mean?
Held up or overwhelmed by something (metaphorical extension of literally being bogged).
"I got bogged down in assignments all week."
Origin
Extension of 'bogged' (stuck in mud).
Frequently asked questions
What does bogged down mean?
It means to be held up, stuck, or overwhelmed by something, such as work or paperwork.
What does bogged mean in Australia?
Literally, bogged means stuck in mud or sand, as when a car can't get traction. 'Bogged down' is the figurative extension of that.
How do you use bogged down in a sentence?
You use it when overloaded, e.g. 'I got bogged down in emails and never finished the report.'
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