hard time
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Both his loyal supporters and well-financed critics have a hard time explaining Becerra’s rapid ascent, with theories ranging from outright luck to a nefarious social media push.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
“When things were beginning, for myself, I was having a hard time sleeping. The disconnect between our military actions and our daily lives is profound,” Hughes said.
From Salon • May 25, 2026
“People have a hard time relating to each other.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
I started giving him a hard time about it in the early 2000s, but he didn’t really address it until about eight years ago.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
“Do we need to hire a tutor for you? Are you having a hard time focusing in class? What about your friends? Can you find a study buddy?”
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
