trials and tribulations

plural noun

formal
: difficult experiences, problems, etc.
the trials and tribulations of starting a new business

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Imagine a 30-year-old parent speaking with a 60-year-old grandparent about the trials and tribulations of raising a child in an age of social media chaos, Jarrott poses, or a 20-year-old gleaning lessons about the job market from a 40-year-old. Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 25 Sep. 2025 There are a lot more trials and tribulations on these sobering matters. Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 Nevertheless, Musk has prevailed despite his various trials and tribulations. Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025 Through all the highs and lows of showbiz and the trials and tribulations that come with life, Gloria and Emilio's union has stood the test of time. Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for trials and tribulations

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“Trials and tribulations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trials%20and%20tribulations. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.

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