tall order
Example Sentences
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Convincing him to run for Senate, then—especially given that he has worked for Collins and maintained a good relationship with her—would be a tall order, though no doubt many are trying.
From Slate ● Jul. 7, 2026
Jet A might help reduce the risk of shortages for UK airlines, but high demand and infrastructure challenges may make this a tall order.
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
That’s a tall order for a compact book, especially given its subject’s long, complicated life.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
Creating conditions for regime change through a military campaign was always a tall order, said Assaf Orion, the former head of strategic planning for the Israeli military.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 12, 2026
Swaying him was a tall order; a staunch opponent of match races and big purses, he was likely to come out against the plan.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
