[ˈtʌfnəs], (Noun)

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- the state of being strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling
(e.g: the toughness of steel)

- the ability to deal with hardship or to cope in difficult situations
(e.g: they showed great mental toughness to keep going)

- demonstration of a strict and uncompromising approach
(e.g: the toughness of the regime was legendary)

- the quality of being strong and prone to violence
(e.g: his reputation for toughness on the street)


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