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have a hard time

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To experience a difficulty in attaining one's goals or objectives.

idiomatic, informal

Equivalents

日本語手こずる
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CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

have a hard time of it have a head for have a head on one's shoulders have a heart have a jag on have a laugh

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