logistical nightmare

noun

A military situation for which it is difficult to plan or organize the logistics.

Meanings

nounlogistical nightmare (plural logistical nightmares)

plural logistical nightmares

  1. informalA military situation for which it is difficult to plan or organize the logistics.
  2. figurativelyAny situation or event that requires considerable coordination of many people or resources, beyond the original organizer's expectations.
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