Synonyms for tall order

Grammar : Adj, noun

Spell : awr-der

Phonetic Transcription : ˈɔr dər

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Définition of tall order

Origin : c.1200, "give order to, to arrange in order," from order (n.). Meaning "to give orders for or to" is from 1540s. Related: Ordered; ordering.

As in formidable : adj difficult, overwhelming
As in uphill struggle : noun difficult project

Example sentences :

“A tall order that,” said Cleek with one of his curious, one-sided smiles.
Extract from : « Cleek of Scotland Yard » by Thomas W. Hanshew

It was a tall order, that; but as the bridge was up there was no other way.
Extract from : « The Valley of Fear » by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

"That is rather a tall order, Prince," rejoined Nugent, watching the other narrowly.
Extract from : « A Traitor's Wooing » by Headon Hill

A tall order indeed, all had to pack up and stow away what we were leaving behind.
Extract from : « The Incomparable 29th and the "River Clyde" » by George Davidson

This was a tall order, owing to the very wet weather we have been having lately—up to the eyes in mud.
Extract from : « The Childrens' Story of the War, Volume 2 (of 10) » by James Edward Parrott

"That's a tall order for one man," Jason said calmly—much calmer than he really felt.
Extract from : « The Ethical Engineer » by Henry Maxwell Dempsey

Two men being killed on one horse seems rather a tall order, yet it is perfectly true.
Extract from : « Impressions of a War Correspondent » by George Lynch

That was a tall order, and in spite of all of youth's enthusiasm was enough to make any young fellow nervous.
Extract from : « Rung Ho! » by Talbot Mundy

This may seem a tall order, but a half-back should be both a forward and a half-back combined.
Extract from : « Association Football » by John Cameron

It may be rather a tall order just at present, but the suggestion is worthy of consideration.
Extract from : « Association Football » by John Cameron

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