have one's fingers in many pies
To be involved in many, or too many, different things.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“She has her fingers in many pies at work.”
“He is a busy entrepreneur who always has his fingers in many pies, from real estate to software development.”
“The ambitious director had his fingers in many pies, simultaneously overseeing three film productions while managing his own charitable foundation.”
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abound in one's own sense
To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.
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ace up one's sleeve
A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.
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act one's age
To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.
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act one's age, not one's shoe size
Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).
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afraid of one's own shadow
Exceptionally timid.
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air one's dirty laundry in public
To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.
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air one's dirty linen in public
Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.
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albatross around one's neck
A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.
Last updated August 10, 2026