toughen

Example Sentences

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Hurley’s brutal training sessions do more than toughen his team up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

A bipartisan bill released Thursday would toughen penalties against preparers who improperly handle returns.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 27, 2026

This week, Japan's new environment minister vowed to toughen bear controls, including by "training government hunters".

From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025

City Section teams continue to struggle against Southern Section opponents in nonleague games, but many are using the strategy Birmingham has used for years to toughen up before league play begins.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 8, 2025

Or maybe just at his dad: “I’m not a dog! I’m not going to adjust to any place that’s dog-eat-dog! I won’t toughen up! And I don’t care about succeeding! I care about Josie!”

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix