Like Pulling Teeth.

Extremely difficult and frustrating to do, especially when trying to get information or cooperation from someone who is reluctant.

When something is like pulling teeth, it requires enormous effort for what should be a simple result.

It is used when people or processes are unnecessarily slow, resistant, or uncooperative.

• When getting a simple answer or decision from someone takes an unreasonably long time
• When trying to get a team member or client to provide information they are reluctant to share
• When a process that should be straightforward turns out to require enormous effort