blind with science
To overwhelm someone with details in order to influence or mislead them.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The salesman tried to blind me with science to sell the expensive computer.”
“During the meeting, the consultant tried to blind us with science so we would not ask about the budget.”
“Rather than providing a clear explanation for the project delays, the manager attempted to blind the board with science using complex charts and technical jargon.”
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blind date
A date (romantic meeting) between two people who have never met before.
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blind leading the blind
A situation in which an unqualified person is attempting to guide, advise, or train others.
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dismal science
Economics or the field of political economy.
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fly blind
To do by guesswork; to feel one's way.
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I see, said the blind man
Expressing confusion.
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rocket science
Anything overly complex, detailed, or confusing.
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turn a blind eye
To deliberately or knowingly ignore, overlook, or refuse to acknowledge something, especially when improper or unpleasant; to look the other way.
Last updated August 10, 2026