The phrase "unenviable task" means having a job or responsibility that is not desired or wanted because it is difficult, unpleasant, or not enjoyable.
Sentences with «unenviable task»
The LSAT Blog took on itself the most unenviable task of analyzing, or as some of its commenters would have it, attempting to analyze, the classically logical — as opposed to emotional, political or other — aspects of the debate. (likelihoodofconfusion.com)
The Frenchman spoke about how trying to manage a club that is fighting relegation is the most unenviable task in football (perhaps along with trying to overcome a 3 - 1 home defeat in the Champions League). (justarsenal.com)
The often unenviable task of football management has made it almost impossible to predict the longevity of a manager's tenure at the top level. (footballwhispers.com)