thick skin

Example Sentences

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But sellers who invite critiques of their listings on the online platform need a thick skin.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

It’s practically gospel that you need a thick skin to succeed in business, especially if you belong to an underrepresented group.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“Fun, very fun,” Dent laughed, acknowledging that, yes, “absolutely” players have to have some thick skin if they’re going to play for Cronin.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Gatland added that he was surprised former assistant Rob Howley has not been retained by interim head coach Sherratt, while warning his permanent successor will need "thick skin".

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2025

He was the definition of a thick skin.

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee