hardship
noun
hard·ship
ˈhärd-ˌship 
Examples of hardship in a Sentence
He had suffered through considerable hardship.
The city has been experiencing a period of financial hardship.
They had to endure the hardships of life on the frontier.
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But after nearly five years of war, economic hardship and displacement, many Burmese simply want anything that offers the hope of some relief, says longtime Myanmar analyst David Mathieson.
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Michael Sullivan, NPR, 27 Dec. 2025
Van Der Beek and his wife have shared health updates throughout the past year, as well as reflections on their hardships, through social media and press appearances.
—Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The Veterinary Care Assistance Program for Seniors at Rancho Coastal Humane Society provides financial assistance, resources and support to senior pet parents (60 years and older) facing economic hardship in providing veterinary care for their pets.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025
The bottom line Credit card companies will often settle for 50% to 70% of the amount owed, but the exact percentage ultimately depends on your hardship, account status and negotiation strategy.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
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Michael Sullivan, NPR, 27 Dec. 2025
Van Der Beek and his wife have shared health updates throughout the past year, as well as reflections on their hardships, through social media and press appearances.
—Lex Goldstein, PEOPLE, 26 Dec. 2025
The Veterinary Care Assistance Program for Seniors at Rancho Coastal Humane Society provides financial assistance, resources and support to senior pet parents (60 years and older) facing economic hardship in providing veterinary care for their pets.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2025
The bottom line Credit card companies will often settle for 50% to 70% of the amount owed, but the exact percentage ultimately depends on your hardship, account status and negotiation strategy.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for hardship
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“Hardship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hardship. Accessed 28 Dec. 2025.
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hardship
noun
hard·ship
ˈhärd-ˌship
2
: something that causes pain or loss
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