tough proposition
Example Sentences
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Facing Ruud was always going to be a tough proposition, though.
From BBC • May 4, 2025
But exploring this hypothesis in human experiments turns out to be a tough proposition because many of us are too contaminated to make good test subjects.
From Scientific American • Aug. 4, 2022
That proved to be an especially tough proposition this year, with the omicron wave ravaging rosters from coast to coast and leaving top contenders struggling to fill their lineups.
From Washington Post • Dec. 25, 2021
Projected global population growth will require a large increase in food production, a tough proposition outdoors given frequent disasters and severe weather, he said.
From Reuters • Feb. 18, 2021
"This sure is a tough proposition," said George, using professional language.
From The Pike's Peak Rush Terry in the New Gold Fields by Sabin, Edwin L. (Edwin Legrand)
