toughed it out

phrase

past tense of tough it out

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for toughed it out
Phrase
  • Somehow, every one of them sounded like songs that have lived with audiences for years rather than months.
    Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 26 July 2026
  • For fans who have only lived with the cast album for the last seven years, getting to finally put a face to Patrick Page’s beyond-baritone voice will be a revelation.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 25 July 2026
Phrase
  • Every practice, every game, every lesson about teamwork, perseverance, and doing things the right way carries a piece of what Jordan stood for.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The station cap has stood for decades as an media ownership restriction rooted in First Amendment principles of fostering a diversity of voices and opinions on America’s airwaves.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 23 July 2026
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“Toughed it out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/toughed%20it%20out. Accessed 28 Jul. 2026.

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