tough

To be in a desperate situation; to struggle.

Strong-willed or brave in the face of adversity; resilient.

Having a hard, strong, and determined mindset.

Tough luck; too bad (often an unsympathetic retort to someone who is suffering a misfortune).

An interjection of mild or insincere sympathy for someone else's misfortune.

A choice or judgment which is difficult to make, especially one involving only two alternatives.

A person who is difficult to work with.

Too bad (for one); the outcome that one desires is not likely to change.

A difficult situation

The compassionate use of stringent disciplinary measures, to attempt to improve someone's behavior.

Bad luck (often an unsympathetic retort to someone who is suffering a misfortune).

To endure (a hardship or challenge) by being tough: relying on one's toughness.

A situation in which it is difficult to proceed.

Used to acknowledge a listener's misfortune while denying them sympathy.

Too bad (for you); the outcome one desires is not likely to evolve.