Scrubbing Rust Edit Meaning

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another way of describing a useless task to be performed. similar to pushing water uphill, scrubbing rust is pointless to anyone with half a brain. therefore, most managers and supervisors can't understand why you don't want to do the job at hand.

big boss man-ok, after you get done pushing water uphill, you and eddie take apart that holding tank and start scrubbing rust. we need it super clean and sanitary.

me and eddie-you've got to be fucking kidding me!! how does scrubbing rust clean anything? it just wastes time.

big boss man-hey, i'm in charge around here, and you'll do as i say or you'll be fired! understood?

me and eddie-understood. fire away, asshole!!

See useless, pushing water uphill, earpuller