tough assignment
Example Sentences
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That’s a tough assignment, but nobody ever said being president of the U.S. was an easy job.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
It’s a tough assignment to drop into a film for just a couple of scenes, create a complex character and single-handedly spark the protagonist’s emotional unraveling.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 2, 2025
It’s a tough assignment because most people don’t want to talk to a reporter either because they don’t have the time or they despise journalists.
From Salon • Nov. 7, 2024
Even in this up and down season, the province will have designs on winning this trophy but it's a tough assignment first up with an away day in France.
From BBC • Apr. 6, 2024
"It's a tough assignment," says I, "but I'll do my best."
From Wilt Thou Torchy by Ford, Sewell
