have a hard time
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You may have a hard time believing that the gold-platinum ratio is falling because geopolitical risk is receding.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
Now, with social media, I would have a hard time letting one of my children do it.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
Warsh is going to have a hard time.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
It remains true that when all is said and done, Mullin won’t have a hard time being confirmed.
From Slate • Mar. 21, 2026
I have a hard time believin’ it, but his words still make me feel a little better.
From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea
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