too many balls in the air

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

Too many tasks, responsibilities, or details to cope with or manage successfully.

En-au-too many balls in the air.ogg

too many balls in the air

An allusion to the situation of a juggler who is attempting to juggle an excessive number of objects.

irons in the fire on one's plate

spin plates wear too many hats

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