be tough

Example Sentences

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The trailer looks great, by the way, so maybe there’s still potential to steer out of this deathspin, but it’ll be tough.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

But he knows the road to recovery will be tough and unprecedented.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

But acquiring them will be tough, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

As yields act as a red rag on both sides of the Atlantic, it will be tough for the market to carry on charging higher.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“I know middle school can be tough, but this is the beginning of such a fun time for you two. Your first taste of independence.”

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks