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Definition go over someone’s head in British English

go over someone’s head phrase

phrase
1

to go to a more important or powerful person in order to get what you want

Example

I was furious that he went over my head and complained to my manager.

Synonyms and related words
call away call on send for
2

to be too difficult for someone to understand

Example

A lot of what was said in the meeting went right over my head.

Synonyms and related words
misunderstand mistake misinterpret
Definition go over someone’s head in British English