How to Pronounce "pull teeth"
expression
Definition
To literally remove teeth, or more commonly, to describe something that is extremely difficult, unpleasant, or requires great effort, like getting someone to do something.
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The dentist will pull teeth if they are too damaged.
Getting my brother to clean his room is like pulling teeth.
It shouldn't be pulling teeth to get everyone to participate.
Trying to get a straight answer from him was like pulling teeth.