tough
Произношение: [tʌf]
Контекст: «strength»
(adjective) when something is strong or hard to break. If you have a tough book cover or a tough challenge, it means they can handle a lot.
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The backpack is made from tough material, so it won't rip easily.
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The paper is not tough; it tears very easily.
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Is this fabric tough enough to last for a long time?
Контекст: «endurance»
(adjective) when someone can handle difficult situations without giving up. If you are tough, it means you can deal with hard times well.
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She showed how tough she was by finishing the race, even when it got hard.
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He is not tough at all; he often feels overwhelmed by small problems.
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Do you think you are tough enough to handle challenges like this?
Контекст: «difficulty»
(adjective) when something is hard to do or understand. If a puzzle is tough, it means it’s tricky and requires a lot of thought.
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This math problem is tough, but I think I can solve it with some effort.
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That video game isn’t tough at all; I completed it in just a few minutes.
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How tough do you think this exam will be?
Контекст: «behavior»
(adjective) when someone is not easily hurt or scared and stands up for themselves. A tough person can be firm and confident.
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He has a tough attitude and never backs down from a challenge.
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She is not tough; she gets upset easily when things go wrong.
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Do you think being tough is important in tough situations?