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caustic
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caviling(harsh, cross, critical, contrary)
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challenging(adjective, hard, tough, difficult)
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contrary(adjective, cross, persistent, obstinate)
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cool(adjective, thoughtful, sober, cautious)
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cutting
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difficile(adjective, tough, rough, difficult)
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excessive(adjective, difficult, harsh, heavy)
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grievous(adjective, hard, tough, difficult)
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grueling(adjective, tough, difficult, harsh)
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gruff
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hairy(adjective, hard, tough, rough)
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hard-boiled(adjective, hard, tough, rough)
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hard-hearted(adjective, hard, tough, cold)
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herculean(adjective, tough, rough, difficult)
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icy(adjective, hard, tough, cold)
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inclement(adjective, hard, tough, rough)
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inhuman(adjective, hard, tough, cold)
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intolerant
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knotty(adjective, hard, tough, rough)
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