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Meaning of long row to hoe | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

A difficult, arduous task or set of tasks; a lengthy, demanding project.

idiomatic

Examples

““Don’t you suppose⟳ I know⟳ all that you’ve been through. . . ? I’ve followed you every step. . . .” “Well, you’ve had a long row to hoe.””
“Japan's six-year economic slump is far from over. “They have⟳ a long row to hoe for recovery,” said Richard Koss.”
“Labour has begun to redress the balance, but there is still a long row to hoe.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

long run long run for a short slide long s Long Sault long scale long screwdriver

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