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Definition

To be in a desperate situation; to struggle.

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In Context

  • "Families doing it tough will receive more assistance from the government."
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See Also

  • tough it out
  • tough times
  • rough it
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Related Idioms

d

die hard

Of a living being, to die only after a desperate struggle for life.

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hell on wheels

A situation that is tough, aggressive, lawless, and wild.

 t

tough going

A difficult situation

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tough sledding

A situation in which it is difficult to proceed.
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