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The phrase "a hard time certifying" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing difficulties or challenges faced in the process of certifying something, such as a document, qualification, or standard.
Example: "The committee is having a hard time certifying the new applicants due to incomplete submissions."
Alternatives: "struggling to certify" or "finding it difficult to certify".
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If the junta does not do a better job of supporting a democratic transition, the Obama administration will have a hard time certifying that Egypt meets new Congressional conditions for $2 billion in annual American aid, most of which goes to the army.
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Officials say they're having a hard time keeping some shoppers at the Burbank Certified Farmer's Market from leaving their pooches at home, which could draw the ire of county health inspectors.
He had a hard time.
"It's a hard time.
"It was a hard time.
We all have had a hard time.
I was having a hard time".
It was a hard time for us.
He had a hard time finding takers.
"I had a hard time doing it".
I have a hard time with that.
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