Meanings
How to pronounce "get blood out of a stone":
AU
To do something difficult, frustrating, or pointless.
Example: "Convincing fussy eaters to try new foods is like trying to get blood out of a stone."
Example Sentences
1
Trying to get my teenage son to clean his room is like trying to get blood out of a stone.
2
I've been trying to teach my cat to fetch, but it's like trying to get blood out of a stone.
3
Trying to get a loan from the bank was like trying to get blood out of a stone.
4
It's like trying to get blood out of a stone to get my boss to give me a raise.
5
Getting my toddler to eat vegetables is like trying to get blood out of a stone.
