not know if (one) is coming or going
not know if (one) is coming or going
To be in a state of confusion or chaos, especially due to being very busy or overwhelmed. I have so many appointments today, I don't know if I'm coming or going anymore. Lisa has been so busy getting everything ready for the party, she doesn't know if she's coming or going.
See also: coming, going, if, know, not
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
coming or going, not know if one is
Be in a state of mental confusion, as in He has so much to do that he doesn't know if he's coming or going. This idiom was first recorded in 1924.
See also: coming, if, know, not, one
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
not know if you are coming or going
be confused, especially as a result of being very busy. informalSee also: coming, going, if, know, not
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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- be up to (one's) eyes in (something)
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