have a hard time
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I mean, I guess it’s conceivable, but I just have a hard time seeing it happen.
From Slate ● Oct. 31, 2026
“I have a hard time believing that Chairman Warsh will have that much patience for above-target inflation,” said Stephen Stanley, chief U.S. economist at Santander Capital Markets.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 19, 2026
Cats coming off the street may have a hard time socializing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
The best part, at least for the parents and teachers: Teens will have a hard time finding workarounds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 18, 2026
“Jessica, I need to tell you some things that even adults have a hard time understanding, but I need you to try, okay?”
From "Because of Mr. Terupt" by Rob Buyea
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