Hard
HARD
Something is physically solid, or something seems to be difficult, or your attitude can be firm.
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When to Use it:
Use this word when describing a thing, situation or an attitude that requires lots of effort or something that is very challenging.
How to use:
The candy was so hard, she could not bite it.
- She used a lot of effort to bite down on candy, but it would not break.
They studied hard for their exams.
- They studied for hours and hours to be ready for this exam.
The coach was hard on the athletes, but it paid off after they won.
- The coach kept reminding the athletes over and over about how serious this competition was, but they appreciated the reminders after they won.