Meaning of 'Tall order'
What does the saying 'Tall order' mean?
Idiom: Tall order
Meaning:
Something that is likely to be hard to achieve or fulfil is a tall order.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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