tough
adjective
strong and durable; not easily broken or cut.
tougher
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comparativeof tough.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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The following morning gave the bond market an even tougher test.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
Even if things were to steady out, banks still likely face tougher resource choices in the quarters ahead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
Financials are seen growing by around 5%, owing to tougher comparisons and pressure from higher bond yields, she says.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 14, 2026
The European tour says players must "make a choice" regarding where they play and has taken a significantly tougher stance than it has done in recent seasons.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
“It will be tougher here. Everyone wants to get on a boat.”
From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys
