be tough
Example Sentences
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Workers, meanwhile, say it can often be tough to get time with bosses overseeing ever-more people.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026
But for now, it can be tough serving as an elected official in such a small and isolated place.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
In contrast it may also be tough to them to break into the American sport market in terms of owning franchises.
From Barron's ● Aug. 14, 2026
The 19-year-old will be tough to stop in the second half of the season.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Walking through the complexes around town could be tough, since you never knew when you might be treading on someone else’s turf.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
