hard
adjective
not soft; solid and firm to the touch; unyielding to pressure and impenetrable or almost impenetrable.
Example Sentences
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The impact of recent heatwaves on where people choose to live is harder to assess.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
He says some suppliers are also finding it harder to plan this year as it is not clear how many parents will want the optional branded items.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026
“The higher you climb a mountain, the stronger the wind blows. The harder it is to maintain your balance,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
A ruling published July 8 by Spain’s Supreme Court made it harder for individuals who reach Ceuta by sea to be immediately expelled.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
And also—a little harder to explain—I felt a sort of calm when surrounded by plants, especially ones I’d helped grow.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
