tough it out

phrase

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tough it out
stand for
Phrase
  • Burnham, who did not even stand for parliament at the last general election, has revealed little so far of his policy aims.
    Ian King, CNBC, 15 July 2026
  • In Britain, these rising threats have caused one in three MPs who participated in a parliamentary survey to consider not standing for re-election, and affected their relationship with their constituents.
    Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
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“Tough it out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tough%20it%20out. Accessed 20 Jul. 2026.

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