Difficult to accept; hard to acquiesce to.
the hard way
In a way that is more difficult than necessary; by adverse experience.
between a rock and a hard place
In a difficult and inescapable position.
make hard work of
To do (something) in a way that makes it more difficult than it needs …
cross to bear
A problem, or unpleasant or painful situation or person that one has t …
sit still
To accept, tolerate, or acquiesce.
swallow a bitter pill
To accept or endure an unpleasant situation.