Answer: ankledeep

AnswerCrossword Clue
ANKLEDEEP

Nowhere near in over one's head?

ANKLEDEEP

Wading, perhaps

ANKLEDEEP

Completely involved

ANKLEDEEP
Much involved
ANKLEDEEP
Very involved
ANKLEDEEPShallow.
ANKLEDEEPLike the water in inflatable kiddie pools, typically
ANKLEDEEPLike kiddie-pool water, often
ANKLEDEEPMore than a little involved