tough
例子
Overcoming addiction can be tough, requiring both physical and mental strength.
克服成瘾可能艰难，需要身体和精神的双重力量。
例子
He 's a tough negotiator, always getting the best deals.
他是个强硬的谈判者，总能达成最好的交易。
03
严厉的, 不妥协的
uncompromising in one's expectations, rules, or approach to dealing with others
例子
His tough management style earned him a reputation for achieving results, albeit with high expectations.
他强硬的管理风格为他赢得了以高期望取得成果的声誉。
例子
The bread was too tough to eat without soaking it in water.
面包太硬了，不泡水没法吃。
例子
The tough laborer could lift heavy loads effortlessly due to years of hard work.
强壮的劳动者由于多年的辛勤工作，可以毫不费力地举起重物。
06
坚韧的, 结实的
strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling
例子
The tough leather boots lasted for years despite daily wear.
坚韧的皮靴尽管每天穿着，但仍能穿多年。
07
艰难的, 困难的
(of a place) having a reputation for crime, disorder, or a generally unsafe and lawless environment
例子
The tough areas of the town were notorious for frequent street fights.
这个城镇的治安差区域因频繁的街头斗殴而臭名昭著。
例子
They went through a tough period financially after the unexpected medical expenses.
在意外医疗费用之后，他们经历了一段财政上艰难的时期。
tough
01
没办法, 忍着吧
used to dismiss someone's complaints or objections, showing indifference to their difficulties
Slang例子
If you ca n't handle the criticism, tough — it's part of the job.
如果你无法处理批评，没办法—这是工作的一部分。
to tough
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忍受, 坚持
to endure or persist through a challenging or harsh situation, often with determination
例子
He toughed through months of rehabilitation after the accident to regain his strength.
他在事故后坚持了数月的康复训练以恢复体力。
词汇树
toughen
toughly
toughness
tough
