Take some/a lot of doing

Definition 1 of 2

Pro Tip 1/3

Effort and Time

Indicates tasks that are especially challenging or lengthy. Slide

Learning the violin can take a lot of doing.

Pro Tip 2/3

Resource Intensive

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

Funding a new library will take a lot of doing.

Pro Tip 3/3

Persistence Required

Suggests ongoing commitment and determination are necessary. Slide

Becoming a chess master takes some doing.