have a hard time
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It was Becerra who benefited most from Swalwell’s demise, though his critics and supporters alike have a hard time explaining exactly how or why.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Even if you have a hard time getting through Mr. King’s tombstone-thick books, you might come away with admiration for his work ethic.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
In that case, “I would have a hard time seeing markets just shrugging that off,” Altman said, adding: “But maybe they will.”
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
I have a hard time seeing the U.S. move the needle much between here and year end—maybe by 100,000 barrels a day.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Jaime said, "You'll have a hard time stopping them, sister. They follow those girls everywhere."
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
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