thick skin
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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
She has a thick skin, a gift from her father.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
An actor for almost four decades, Lillard says he has built up a thick skin, but the comments were hurtful.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026
A thick skin is a must for our top politicians.
From BBC • Mar. 22, 2025
To do this job well you had to be fearless, know how to talk to people, have thick skin and a high tolerance for stress.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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