tough time

Example Sentences

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It has had a tough time this year remaining relevant amid new competitors and fast-food consumers who are becoming more picky about what they will pay for and eat, analysts say.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 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

The head of Brynteg School in Bridgend was one of the few to argue against a ban, even though his school had recently experienced a "really tough time" as a result of "damaging" TikTok posts.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

Toll Brothers stock has weathered the tough time for housing better than others in the industry.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

He has a tough time being rude, even to people who deserve it.

From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García