Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jump-through-hoops

idiom

/dʒʌmp θruː hʊps/

Definition

To go through a lot of obstacles or make a significant effort to achieve something.

Examples

Before getting approved for the loan, she had to jump through hoops to provide all the necessary documentation.
He felt like he was jumping through hoops just to get a simple appointment.

Meaning

This phrase is often used to describe a situation where someone needs to meet many requirements or follow complex procedures to reach a goal, indicating that the process can be tedious or difficult.