ball-breaker »
A person or task which is excessively demanding or punishing.
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for all intensive purposes »
For all highly demanding purposes.[1].
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gird up one's loins »
To prepare oneself for something demanding.
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loaded for bear »
Thoroughly equipped, as for a demanding task or confrontation.
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ox is in the ditch »
This is a big problem; there is unavoidable or demanding work ahead.
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pound of flesh »
Something which is owed and which will be hurtful or difficult to provide; a debt owed to someone who is merciless and demanding.
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run for the roses »
A hard-fought competition or demanding challenge of any kind.
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soft touch »
A comfortable situation; an easy task or undemanding occupation, especially one which is comfortably remunerative.
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