tall order

“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.

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

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