Definition of be tough on
:causing stress or worry to (someone)
- This year has been tough on our family.
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: difficult to accomplish, resolve, endure, or deal with
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: capable of enduring strain, hardship, or severe labor
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: unruly, rowdyish
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: in a tough manner (see 1tough)
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: a tough and violent person : rowdy
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: to bear unflinchingly : endure
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