Take some/a lot of doing

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Requires much effort, time or resources to achieve.

Constructing that building will take a lot of doing.
Visual representation of "take some/a lot of doing" - Requires much effort, time or resources to achieve

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  • take some doing
  • take a lot of doing
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Effort and Time

Indicates tasks that are especially challenging or lengthy.

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Learning the violin can take a lot of doing.
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Resource Intensive

Used when something needs a great deal of materials or money.

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Funding a new library will take a lot of doing.
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Persistence Required

Suggests ongoing commitment and determination are necessary.

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Becoming a chess master takes some doing.
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