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toughen up

Phrasal-verb Self-improvement

Meaning

to become stronger and more resilient, especially emotionally

Example Sentences

"You need to toughen up if you want to handle criticism at work."

Related Expressions

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to search or investigate something to find more information

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to gradually reduce expenses

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to distance yourself to view a situation more clearly

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to attack or criticize someone fiercely

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to act or compete against someone in a transaction