Learning a new language is rough sledding at first.
rough sledding
idiomA difficult period of time.
The team faced rough sledding during the first few months of the project because of the budget cuts.
Despite his initial optimism, he soon discovered that navigating the complex bureaucracy of the new department would be rough sledding for the foreseeable future.
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cut up rough
To become angry; to make a fuss.
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have a rough time of it
To have many problems; to have a difficult time.
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rough and ready
Crude or unpolished, but still fit for use; good enough.
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rough around the edges
In need of refinement; unsophisticated.
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rough justice
Treatment or punishment that is not considered fair or in accordance with the law.
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rough out
To produce (a plan, diagram etc.) in rough.
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rough patch
A difficult or embattling period of one's life.
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rough sleeper
A homeless person who sleeps outdoors.