[영어 관용표현] GET BLOOD OUT OF A STONE

GET BLOOD OUT OF A STONE

 

 

Meaning

 

The phrase "get blood out of a stone" is an idiom that means trying to achieve something that is extremely difficult or impossible, often referring to extracting information, cooperation, or resources from someone or something that is unwilling or unable to provide it.

 

 

Example sentences

 

1. Trying to get a straight answer from him is like trying to get blood out of a stone.
2. Getting funding from that tight-fisted investor is like trying to get blood out of a stone.
3. Convincing her to change her mind is as difficult as trying to get blood out of a stone.
4. Negotiating with the stubborn client was akin to trying to get blood out of a stone.
5. Trying to make progress with the project without adequate resources is like trying to get blood out of a stone.
6. Asking him for help is useless; it's like trying to get blood out of a stone.
7. The detective felt like he was trying to get blood out of a stone when questioning the uncooperative witness.
8. Persuading the committee to approve the proposal felt like trying to get blood out of a stone.
9. Extracting information from the secretive organization was akin to trying to get blood out of a stone.
10. Attempting to elicit a response from the silent audience was like trying to get blood out of a stone.