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Daily activities can be tough on nail health, and the removal process of gels and acrylics can wreak havoc on nail health.
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 July 2024
Some analysts said Trump would likely be tough on direct and indirect imports from China that could swamp the U.S. EV market.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 22 July 2024
By Emma Barker Bonomo October 30, 2024 7:10 AM EDT
The chlorine and minerals in shower water can be tough on your hair and skin, but most shower filters’ disposable refills can be wasteful.
—Emma Barker Bonomo, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
Durability and customization Workout environments can be tough on headphones, so durability is essential.
—Jordan Galloway, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024
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Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 July 2024
Some analysts said Trump would likely be tough on direct and indirect imports from China that could swamp the U.S. EV market.
—Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 22 July 2024
By Emma Barker Bonomo October 30, 2024 7:10 AM EDT
The chlorine and minerals in shower water can be tough on your hair and skin, but most shower filters’ disposable refills can be wasteful.
—Emma Barker Bonomo, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
Durability and customization Workout environments can be tough on headphones, so durability is essential.
—Jordan Galloway, SELF, 11 Oct. 2024
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“Be tough on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/be%20tough%20on. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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