Tall Order (Noun)
Meaning
A formidable task or requirement; "finishing in time was a tall order but we did it".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Winning the championship this year will be a tall order for the underdog team, given their performance last season.
- Restoring the ancient building to its former glory would be a tall order, requiring years of meticulous work and massive funding.
- Meeting the tight deadline for launching the new product was a tall order, but the team managed to deliver it successfully.
- Given the limited resources and hostile terrain, completing the expedition within a week would be a tall order.
- Achieving a 50% reduction in carbon emissions within the next five years is a tall order that requires a significant increase in green initiatives.