Meaning of the word "use a sledgehammer to crack a nut" in English
What does "use a sledgehammer to crack a nut" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
use a sledgehammer to crack a nut
US /juːz ə ˈslɛdʒˌhæmər tə kræk ə nʌt/
UK /juːz ə ˈslɛdʒˌhæmər tə kræk ə nʌt/
Idiom
1.
to use excessive force or resources to solve a minor problem
Example:
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Spending millions on a new system to fix a small software bug is like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut.
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You're using a sledgehammer to crack a nut by calling the CEO about a missing stapler.
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