Alternative form of wet behind the ears

(idiomatic) Seasoned or experienced; mature, especially with respect to judgment.

(idiomatic) up to here

(idiomatic) To attempt to persuade a party that does not wish to listen or cannot be altered in its conviction.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of preach to deaf ears

present participle of preach to deaf ears

simple past tense and past participle of preach to deaf ears

(informal) Completely; wholly; hopelessly; head over heels.

Alternative form of about one's ears

In close proximity to one; near at hand.