trials and tribulations
plural noun
formal
: difficult experiences, problems, etc.
the trials and tribulations of starting a new business
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Rather, the couple hopes to help others who have experienced similar trials and tribulations in life.
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Abigail Adams, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024
Despite the trials and tribulations of Stiff-Person Syndrome, Dion aims to be back on the stage.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 26 June 2024
Ezra has led the cast since Season 1 as audiences followed Spencer through the trials and tribulations along his path to the NFL.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 June 2024
The series, winner of 10 Emmys out of 28 nominations so far, was set mainly from 1947 to 2005 and followed the trials and tribulations of the British royal family, led by Queen Elizabeth II.
—Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2024
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Abigail Adams, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024
Despite the trials and tribulations of Stiff-Person Syndrome, Dion aims to be back on the stage.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 26 June 2024
Ezra has led the cast since Season 1 as audiences followed Spencer through the trials and tribulations along his path to the NFL.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 June 2024
The series, winner of 10 Emmys out of 28 nominations so far, was set mainly from 1947 to 2005 and followed the trials and tribulations of the British royal family, led by Queen Elizabeth II.
—Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2024
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“Trials and tribulations.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trials%20and%20tribulations. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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