Meaning: This idiom means to be confused, uncertain, or unable to understand something clearly. It implies a state of mental confusion or lack of clarity.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “After that complex lecture on quantum physics, I felt completely in the fog.”
- “He seemed in the fog during the meeting and couldn’t contribute much to the discussion.”
- “She’s been in the fog since she woke up, probably because she didn’t get enough sleep.”
Origin: The idiom “in the fog” likely originates from the literal experience of being in foggy weather, where visibility is limited and it’s difficult to see clearly. This physical experience of disorientation and lack of clarity was metaphorically extended to describe a mental state of confusion or uncertainty. The phrase has been used in English for many years to convey the idea of not being able to think clearly or understand something fully.
