63 entries under difficult topic. ×

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evasive(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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grudging(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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hang tough(expression, tough, wild, awkward)
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hesitating(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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incurable(tough, wild, awkward, obstinate)
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insoluble(tough, wild, awkward, obstinate)
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laggard(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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loath(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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locked in(expression, tough, determined, awkward)
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malcontent(adjective, awkward, hostile, conflicting)
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pat(tough, wild, awkward, obstinate)
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remiss(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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shrinking(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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slack(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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slow(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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uncheerful(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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uneager(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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unenthusiastic(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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uninclined(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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unobliging(adjective, awkward, forced, averse)
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