have a hard time
To experience a difficulty in attaining one's goals or objectives.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I have a hard time waking up early on Mondays.”
“She had a hard time understanding the new software, so she asked her manager for extra training.”
“Despite his extensive preparation, the candidate had a hard time articulating his vision for the company during the high-stakes interview.”
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a week is a long time in politics
In politics, much change can occur in a short space of time.
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about time
Far past the desired time.
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any time now
Very soon.
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any time soon
soon
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better luck next time
Used to wish somebody hope in future success after a failure.
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bide one's time
To wait, especially for a suitable opportunity.
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bone hard
As hard as a bone, rock hard.
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borrowed time
A period of time whose precise duration is not known but which can be expected to be quite limited, and at the end of which one's situation, benefits, or opportunities will be entirely terminated.
Last updated August 10, 2026