have a hide like a rhinoceros

have a hide like a rhinoceros

To have the ability to ignore verbal attacks or criticism from others. If you're going to pursue a career in politics, you need to have a hide like a rhinoceros and not let criticism bother you. You have to deal with rejection all the time in Hollywood, and you will not make it unless you have a hide like a rhinoceros. Believe it or not, that old farmhand only acts like he has a hide like a rhinoceros. He's actually a very kind, sensitive soul.

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have a hide/skin like a rhiˈnoceros

(informal) be tough and not easily offended; have no fear of criticism from others: Say what you like about him, he won’t care; he’s got a skin like a rhinoceros.

See also: have, hide, like, rhinoceros, skin

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