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\ ˈhärd-ˈwən How to pronounce hard-won (audio) \

Definition of hard-won

: gained by great effort

First Known Use of hard-won

1586, in the meaning defined above

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“Hard-won.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hard-won. Accessed 4 Dec. 2021.

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hard-won

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English Language Learners Definition of hard-won

: hard-earned

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