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Tough
tʌf
- (of a substance or object) strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling
"tough rucksacks for climbers"
- (of food, especially meat) difficult to cut or chew
"the hastily prepared steak was tough"
- able to endure hardship or pain
"she was as tough as old boots"
- having the confidence and determination to cope in difficult situations
"he liked editors who were tough enough to make the grade"
- difficult and requiring determination or effort
"we have six tough matches in a row"
- used to express sympathy with someone in a difficult situation
"Poor kid. It's tough on her"
- demonstrating a strict and uncompromising approach
"police have been getting tough with drivers"
- used to express a lack of sympathy with someone
"I feel the way I feel, and if you don't like it, tough"
- strong and prone to violence
"tough young teenagers"
- (of an area) notorious for violence and crime
"a tough part of the town"
- a rough and violent man
"a gang of toughs"
- endure a period of hardship or difficulty