tough as nails
Example Sentences
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She was tough as nails and also seemed to be a pretty savvy politician.
From Salon • Oct. 4, 2024
"He's tough as nails but I just hit too hard and he took a lot of damage," said Paul.
From BBC • Jul. 21, 2024
“Sally is a stickler — you know, heart of gold, but tough as nails kind of choreographer. She wants things very specific, whether it’s the movement or how you’re responding to the music.”
From New York Times • Nov. 30, 2022
“He’s worked as hard as anybody I’ve ever had. He’s tough as nails, he gets north and south and right now he is our guy.”
From Seattle Times • Nov. 11, 2022
A kid would have to be tough as nails to make a routine of that.
From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen
