Phrases Describing Experiences and Events

It was a baptism of fire.

C2

Meaning

A difficult or challenging experience that is also a learning experience.

Example sentences

John: How was your first week in the new role?

Alice: It was a baptism of fire! So much to learn.

John: I figured it would be challenging.

Alice: It was, but I'm learning a lot. It was definitely a baptism of fire.