171 entries under tough topic. ×

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intemperate(adjective, hard, severe, rough)
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prudish(adjective, severe, firm, harsh)
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steely(adjective, set, strong, hard)
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strait-laced(adjective, severe, firm, harsh)
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strenuous(adjective, hard, severe, rough)
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strong(adjective, hard, severe, sturdy)
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stubborn(adjective, strong, hard, severe)
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authoritarian(adjective, strong, hard, severe)
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effortful(adjective, rough, difficult, harsh)
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fierce(adjective, hard, harsh, intense)
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formidable(adjective, hard, severe, rough)
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hard-hearted(adjective, hard, harsh, cruel)
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heavy(adjective, strong, hard, severe)
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implacable(adjective, strong, hard, harsh)
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intricate(adjective, rough, difficult, heavy)
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mean(adjective, severe, rough, difficult)
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murderous(adjective, hard, harsh, cruel)
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painful(adjective, hard, severe, difficult)
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pitiless(adjective, hard, severe, harsh)
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ruthless(adjective, hard, harsh, unpleasant)
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