Definition
To undergo a series of difficult or complicated procedures in order to achieve a desired outcome or obtain something.
受尽磨難
We had to go through hoops to get this grant.
我們不得不經歷許多繁瑣的步驟來獲得這筆補助。
They jumped through hoops to get the project approved.
他們費盡周折才讓這個項目獲得批准。
Applying for this position required jumping through so many hoops, I really don't want to do it again.
申請這個職位需要經歷很多繁瑣的步驟，我真的不想再來一次了。