tall order

Synonyms for tall order

adj difficult, overwhelming

noun. difficult project

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.

“A tall order that,” said Cleek with one of his curious, one-sided smiles.

It was a tall order, that; but as the bridge was up there was no other way.

"That is rather a tall order, Prince," rejoined Nugent, watching the other narrowly.

A tall order indeed, all had to pack up and stow away what we were leaving behind.

This was a tall order, owing to the very wet weather we have been having lately—up to the eyes in mud.

"That's a tall order for one man," Jason said calmly—much calmer than he really felt.

Two men being killed on one horse seems rather a tall order, yet it is perfectly true.

That was a tall order, and in spite of all of youth's enthusiasm was enough to make any young fellow nervous.

This may seem a tall order, but a half-back should be both a forward and a half-back combined.

It may be rather a tall order just at present, but the suggestion is worthy of consideration.