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Difficulty - Hard Tasks
Discover how English idioms like "easier said than done" and "bite the bullet" relate to hard tasks in English.
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to bite the bullet
[phrase]
to start to deal with an inevitable challenge or difficulty
Ex: He bite the bullet and admit his mistake , even though it was embarrassing .
hard nut (to crack)
[phrase]
someone or something that is difficult to understand, deal with, or overcome
Ex: The new math concept was tough nut for the students to grasp , requiring them to put in extra effort and seek additional help from the teacher .
used to say that something is very difficult and one will need to put a lot of effort into doing it
here goes nothing
[sentence]
used to express a sense of uncertainty or nervousness before attempting something
Ex: Holding his résumé , the job applicant entered the intimidating interview room and quietly said to himself , Here goes nothing, " as he sat down to face the panel of interviewers .
to take some beating
[phrase]
to be very successful that demands a lot of hard work in order to be outdone or surpassed
Ex: The breathtaking scenic beauty of that remote takes some beating, making it an unforgettable destination for travelers seeking natural wonders .
tall order
[noun]
a very difficult or unreasonable request
Ex: The new employee was given tall order on their first day , being asked to deliver a critical presentation to a room full of executives .
to be no picnic
[phrase]
used to emphasize that doing something is not easy at all
Ex: Convincing your dad to accept seeing was no picnic I 'm telling you .
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