trials and tribulations
plural noun
formal
: difficult experiences, problems, etc.
the trials and tribulations of starting a new business
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However, Gibson maintained that he’s remained in good spirits despite his trials and tribulations while promoting his new album, Beautiful Pain, and film, 1992.
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Sep. 2024
Adams said people can see — even subconsciously — how bright, joyful colors can visually solidify moments of youthful happiness, while softer, cooler palettes are paired to illustrate the characters’ trials and tribulations.
—Katie Lauer, The Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2024
Reported as becoming tearful over his predicament with the Catalans, the former Athletico Paranaense man confessed to seeking professional help to mentally navigate his trials and tribulations.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024
His trials and tribulations as an Outsider in school and life turned him into the
...
—Hisham Ahmad, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
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Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 9 Sep. 2024
Adams said people can see — even subconsciously — how bright, joyful colors can visually solidify moments of youthful happiness, while softer, cooler palettes are paired to illustrate the characters’ trials and tribulations.
—Katie Lauer, The Mercury News, 8 Sep. 2024
Reported as becoming tearful over his predicament with the Catalans, the former Athletico Paranaense man confessed to seeking professional help to mentally navigate his trials and tribulations.
—Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 7 Sep. 2024
His trials and tribulations as an Outsider in school and life turned him into the
...
—Hisham Ahmad, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2024
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