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103 entries under tough topic. ×
| intemperate(adjective, harsh, unpleasant, cruel) | |
| intractable(problematic, trying, disorderly, unruly) | |
| not easy(expression, severe, problematic, trying) | |
| oafish(problematic, trying) | |
| obdurate(adjective, harsh, cruel, grim) | |
| obstreperous(problematic, trying) | |
| picky(problematic, trying) | |
| problem(severe, problematic, trying) | |
| prohibitive(severe, problematic, trying) | |
| refractory(problematic, trying, disorderly, unruly) | |
| resentful(adjective, harsh, cruel, grim) | |
| rigid(severe, problematic, trying) | |
| rude(problematic, trying) | |
| strict(adjective, harsh, cruel, grim) | |
| thick-skinned(adjective, harsh, cruel, grim) | |
| unaccommodating(problematic, trying) | |
| unamenable(problematic, trying) | |
| unjust(adjective, harsh, cruel, grim) | |
| unmanageable socially(expression, problematic, trying) | |
| unsparing(adjective, harsh, grim, bleak) |
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