Tough out

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verb

To endure or withstand difficult or challenging situations.

She managed to tough out the rough times and came out stronger.
Visual representation of "tough out" - To endure or withstand difficult or challenging situations.

Often appears as...

  • tough out the storm
  • tough it out
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Emotional Strength

Used to describe moments requiring mental or emotional endurance, rather than physical strength.

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Despite the criticism, she toughed out the negative comments about her performance.
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Not Instant Relief

'Tough out' implies a situation won't improve quickly; it takes time.

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After the injury, he had to tough out weeks of rehabilitation.
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Short-Term Challenge

Often refers to enduring a situation that is temporarily difficult.

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The team had to tough out several losses before their first win.
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