tough time

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With US consumer confidence at historic lows, it's a tough time for retailers across the country.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Like many builders, the company offers buyers incentives to keep homes selling at a tough time for housing, weighing on its profit margin.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

One key reason is that a wage-price stagflationary spiral is going to have a tough time taking hold as rising fears of AI disruption are making it harder to find a job.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Investors are having a tough time figuring out answers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

“I know you’re going through a tough time with your friends. I’m here if you need to talk, okay?”

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence