Meaning of 'Like nailing jello to the wall'
What does the saying 'Like nailing jello to the wall' mean?
Idiom: Like nailing jello to the wall
Meaning:
Describes a task that is very difficult because the parameters keep changing or because someone is being evasive.
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Subject Area: Food and Eating |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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