had a hard time

A form of have a hard time — To experience a difficulty in attaining one's goals or objectives.

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Meanings

verb
  1. participlepastsimple past and past participle of have a hard time
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“had a hard time.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/had%20a%20hard%20time. Accessed November 5, 2026.

Chicago

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