Learning a new language is a long row to hoe.
long row to hoe
idiomA difficult, arduous task or set of tasks; a lengthy, demanding project.
Starting a business from scratch is a long row to hoe, but she is ready for the challenge.
Rebuilding the city after the disaster will be a long row to hoe, requiring years of dedication and significant resources from the entire community.
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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as the day is long
Unceasingly; very; thoroughly; to a very high degree.
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camp as a row of tents
Very camp, highly campy.
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come a long way
To make significant progress.
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draw a long bow
To lie; to exaggerate.
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draw the long bow
To exaggerate; to tell tall tales.
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get in the boat and row
To make a substantial effort, especially in cooperation with others in a group; also, to perform one's share of work.