Nail Jello-O to a cross In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "nail Jello-O to a cross", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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Meaning of Nail Jello-O to a cross (redirected from like nailing Jell-O to a cross )

Like nailing Jell-O to a cross American British informal

Extremely tough or unattainable, to the extent that attempting could be seen as stupid or useless.
 

Try to debate with such a stubborn person like her is like nailing Jell-O to a cross.

Explaining the theory of evolution to kids is like nailing Jell-O to a cross.

You have violated the rules and of course, you will be docked wages. All your attempts during the half-month are like nailing Jell-O to a cross.

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