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Netanyahu has always claimed to be tough on terror and has portrayed his opponents as softies.
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Aluf Benn, Foreign Affairs, 8 June 2016
But getting across the Atlantic Ocean can often be tough on the pursestrings.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Jan. 2023
The tariffs point to growing concerns that overproduction of these kinds of goods by China could significantly hurt his agenda – particularly in an election year when both candidates are pledging to be tough on China.
—Selina Wang, ABC News, 13 May 2024
Watching our furry friends suffer through allergy season can be tough on any pet parent.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
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Aluf Benn, Foreign Affairs, 8 June 2016
But getting across the Atlantic Ocean can often be tough on the pursestrings.
—Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Jan. 2023
The tariffs point to growing concerns that overproduction of these kinds of goods by China could significantly hurt his agenda – particularly in an election year when both candidates are pledging to be tough on China.
—Selina Wang, ABC News, 13 May 2024
Watching our furry friends suffer through allergy season can be tough on any pet parent.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
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