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herculean
adjective
Extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules
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hɜːɹˈkjuːliən
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adjective
Extremely difficult; requiring the strength of a Hercules
“A herculean task”
adjective
Displaying superhuman strength or power
“Herculean exertions”
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A herculean task
Herculean exertions
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