tall order

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In January, when technical director Jason Wilcox told the United squad that was the aim despite Ruben Amorim's dismissal, it seemed a tall order.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

That’s a tall order these days, especially in this country, but it’s hard to fault Hosoda for the sincere reminder of what could be.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

But convincing voters might be a tall order.

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

But that might be a tall order, because of the need for a regulatory framework and broad diplomatic agreement on how and where such ships can operate.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

Then, in an extremely understanding voice, he said, “Well, I never did! That’s rather a tall order, isn’t it? What do you think yourself?”

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams