Sekirov Dictionary

hard-won

UK /hɑːd ˈwʌn/US /hɑɹd ˈwʌn/

adjective1

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Having been obtained with effort, despite difficulty and hardship.
- The Earle of London yéeldes his Charge and Cittie to the Foe, / Through which disloyall presedent did other Citties soe: / And then with hard-won Tribute hence the Conquerour did goe. — 1586

forms

harder-won · more hard-won · hardest-won · most hard-won

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