difficult
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But that one crucial defeat showed just how difficult it is for England to qualify for major tournaments and why they cannot afford an 'off day' against the best teams.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Norway was drawn into arguably the most difficult of the 12 World Cup groups, one which includes France, ranked No. 1 in the world by FIFA, No. 14 Senegal, and Iraq.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
This particular variant of the disease, Bundibugyo, is more difficult to detect than the more common Zaire variant.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
These people were someone’s bandmate, roommate, and friend, and Thayil’s ability to convey those feelings and that grief had to be difficult to retell and get on the page.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
When I ask him why it was difficult, he shrugs.
From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler
Vocabulary lists containing difficult
President Obama's second inaugural address
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"Angels in the Snow"
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Obama's speech at Connecticut vigil
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