hard knocks

Example Sentences

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It took a lot of hard knocks to get through to him, and it was at one of his lowest points when he reconnected, somewhat drunkenly, with Ted.

From Salon

Life's hard knocks pound on their doors in other ways too, starting with the skating community's necessary shift from their hallowed parks to indoors.

From Salon

Having turned professional at just 15, he was quite literally educated through the school of hard knocks.

From BBC

Since surviving Birmingham's school of hard knocks, Redmond has gone on to score 27 goals and provide 20 assists in 229 Premier League appearances.

From BBC

“I think it’s a great platform to apply the 25 years of ‘school of hard knocks’ in the world of politics, and I look forward to it,” Sanford said.

From Seattle Times