hard-hit
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of hard-hit
First recorded in 1825–30; hard ( def. ) + hit ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Asian stock markets mostly rose Wednesday, continuing their recovery after being particularly hard hit by the initial shock from the war.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Given the ability of new AI tools to write and analyze code, it’s no surprise that software for software engineers has been particularly hard hit by the recent selloff.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026
That meant the lack of complete BLS records in February reflected an especially hard hit to the overall projections.
From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026
Rural and other underserved communities are particularly hard hit by any subsidy delays and cuts.
From Salon • Mar. 20, 2026
“We are hard hit by the news of Kiehl’s death,” Pa writes.
From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman
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