153 entries under tough topic. ×

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wearisome(adjective, dull, severe, difficult)
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heavy(adjective, dull, severe, rough)
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intense(adjective, strong, difficult, harsh)
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lusty(adjective, strong, intense, energetic)
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rugged(adjective, action, strong, severe)
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severe(adjective, rough, difficult, harsh)
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trying(adjective, dull, severe, rough)
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effortful(adjective, hard, great, rough)
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lively(adjective, action, strong, energetic)
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operose(adjective, hard, severe, rough)
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peppy(adjective, action, strong, informal)
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powerful(adjective, strong, great, difficult)
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vital(adjective, strong, intense, energetic)
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brisk(adjective, action, strong, intense)
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grueling(adjective, hard, severe, difficult)
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rough(adjective, action, hard, great)
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troublesome(adjective, severe, difficult, awkward)
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zippy(adjective, strong, energetic, powerful)
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Herculean(adjective, strong, severe, difficult)
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enterprising(adjective, activity, strong, smart)
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