tough going

tough going

Particularly difficult, arduous, or trying forward progress. I know the first few months have been pretty tough going, but I really believe that the company will start seeing major successes soon. Most of the hike is easy enough, but it really gets to be tough going once you get closer to the summit.

See also: going, tough

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tough going

progress that is difficult. It was tough going for the first few miles, but the trail became much easier as we got farther into the forest.

See also: going, tough

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