trials and tribulations

plural noun

formal

: difficult experiences, problems, etc.

the trials and tribulations of starting a new business

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The sitcom follows the trials and tribulations of a fictional radio station in Cincinnati. —

Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 21 Nov. 2024 In the midst of life's trials and tribulations, catharsis is getting bruised and boozed up in some of the best music venues in town. —

Mars Salazar, Austin American-Statesman, 11 Nov. 2024 Cox and Perry starred opposite one another on all 10 seasons of Friends, which followed the trials and tribulations faced by six pals living in New York City. —

EW.com, 29 Oct. 2024 Pras has navigated this roller coaster since day one, typically staying above the fray as his bandmates’ trials and tribulations have dominated headlines. —

Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for trials and tribulations

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