as in difficulties
something that is a cause for suffering or special effort especially in the attainment of a goal
working two jobs was a hardship he was willing to endure to get out of debt
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Recent Examples of hardships
The two locations faced financial hardships.
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Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
As one of six siblings raised by a single mother, Blatt has dealt with her share of hardships.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2025
From disasters to everyday hardships, Delivering Good helps to restore comfort, renew hope and help families move forward with dignity.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Franco contended with economic and family hardships from a young age.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
These families, already in fragile and vulnerable situations, may face additional hardships as they are forced to prioritize household expenses such as rent, utilities, and gas, over food and other necessities.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 31 Oct. 2025
Below, Deadline speaks to Victor about their directorial debut, building a loving friendship and getting through the unspeakable hardships that life can throw at you.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Keeping the public safe is something that drives many aviation workers, even when they aren’t getting paid, despite the hardships on their families.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Mothers are disproportionately affected by financial hardships associated with single-parenting.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 28 Oct. 2025
Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 7 Nov. 2025
As one of six siblings raised by a single mother, Blatt has dealt with her share of hardships.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2025
From disasters to everyday hardships, Delivering Good helps to restore comfort, renew hope and help families move forward with dignity.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Franco contended with economic and family hardships from a young age.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2025
These families, already in fragile and vulnerable situations, may face additional hardships as they are forced to prioritize household expenses such as rent, utilities, and gas, over food and other necessities.
—Ronny Maye, Essence, 31 Oct. 2025
Below, Deadline speaks to Victor about their directorial debut, building a loving friendship and getting through the unspeakable hardships that life can throw at you.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025
Keeping the public safe is something that drives many aviation workers, even when they aren’t getting paid, despite the hardships on their families.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2025
Mothers are disproportionately affected by financial hardships associated with single-parenting.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hardships
difficulties
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Most people can enjoy sweet potato skin, but those on low-fiber diets or with swallowing difficulties may need to limit it.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
10 Nov. 2025
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If left untreated, infants may experience a progressive, flaccid paralysis that can lead to breathing difficulties and require weeks of hospitalization.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Hardships.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hardships. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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