there are lots of moving parts

[HolyUnicorn]

Hello,

Navigating college can be confusing, especially if you are the first in your family to attend. There are lots of moving parts: You need to apply for financial aid, choose courses that lead to a degree, maybe find tutoring …

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I think “moving parts” is a metaphor here. How can I interpret it?


Moving part:

a part in a machine that has power to move

Moving part definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

 

[lingobingo]

Yes, it’s meant as a metaphor. A pretty bad one, though?

 

[Myridon]

Lots of moving parts dictionary definition | lots of moving parts defined

Lots of moving parts is defined as having a lot of working components to manage.
An example of lots of moving parts is a business with dozens of different departments of various workers and equipment.

 

[lingobingo]

Seems I’m not the only one who doesn’t like it though: Jargon Monday: Lots of Moving Parts

 

[HolyUnicorn]

Thanks, Myridon and lingobingo. I like that game.