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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Worthiness is a tougher bar to clear than being chosen for greatness.
From Salon ● Aug. 16, 2026
Those providing private tours are finding the terrain a little tougher.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
The doctors say tougher laws are urgently needed.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
With players such as two-time Ballon d'Or winner and fellow Spaniard Alexia Putellas arriving in the WSL, down the road at London City Lionesses, Caldentey accepts the league is getting tougher.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
I still hate how it breaks through my skin so easily, like the spot is no tougher than a tract of silk.
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
