Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a hard row to hoe
idiom
/ə hɑrd roʊ tu hoʊ/
Definition
A difficult situation or task that requires a lot of effort to overcome.
Examples
- Getting the project finished on time was a hard row to hoe given the limited resources.
- After losing her job, she realized finding a new one would be a hard row to hoe.
- Starting a new business is often a hard row to hoe for many entrepreneurs.
Meaning
This phrase refers to facing challenges or hardships which necessitate hard work and persistence to resolve.
Synonyms
- tough challenge
- difficult task
- hardship
