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The phrase "a pretty hard time" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a challenging or difficult experience someone is going through.
Example: "After losing his job, he had a pretty hard time adjusting to the changes in his life."
Alternatives: "a tough time" or "a difficult time".
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"Jim was having a pretty hard time.
"I had a pretty hard time following those arguments".
I reckon they get a pretty hard time of it.
Then again, I have a pretty hard time believing Republicans would be interested in doing so, either.
We did a story about this guy named Rauch, who has a pretty hard time relating to people.
I have a pretty hard time myself right now, but it'll be even worse for him," Zhang said.
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"I suppose, just as with the story of Seabiscuit, who was raised during the Great Depression, this resonated with a local community that has seen pretty hard times," says Osmond.
GRAHAM: I guess my basic problem is that, you know, you apologized here in April to all the U.S. attorneys (inaudible) pretty hard times about their job performance.
My parents, friends, counselors and community encouraged me and supported me through some pretty hard times.
We are a pretty hard working bunch any time we come away on tour.
Monetary policy is a pretty hard job.
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