be tough

Example Sentences

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The summer months of midterm-election years tend to be tough for the stock market, according to an analysis by Dow Jones Market Data.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

Warsh spent most of his career warning that central banks must be tough on inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

The message Mowry told JJ: “Times are going to be tough There’s moments you’re going to break down. It’s OK. You don’t have to hide it.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

"It's going to be tough," Hammers boss Nuno Espirito Santo - who started the season at Forest - told BBC Sport.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

“I know middle school can be tough, but this is the beginning of such a fun time for you two. Your first taste of independence.”

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks