EXPRESSIONS WITH ‘NUT’ (EMPLOY A STEAM ENGINE TO CRACK A NUT)

Hello everyone. I hope you had a great weekend.

This week we are going to look at expressions with the word NUT in them. 

Today's expression is: TO EMPLOY A STEAM ENGINE TO CRACK A NUT

Definition: To use excessive, very complicated or extravagant means or force to accomplish something relatively minor or simple.

Sentence 1: The new protocol for purchasing is ridiculous. The new director has employed a steam engine to crack a nut. I think I've had to sign three different documents just to buy a new printer for the Marketing Department.

Sentence 2:
John: Look, you are bleeding. You should go to the hospital.
Jeff: Yeah, but it's just a small cut. Going to the hospital would be employing a steam engine to crack a nut.

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