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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a rough time for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a difficult or challenging period for someone or something.
Example: "After losing his job, it was a rough time for him as he struggled to find new employment."
Alternatives: "a challenging period for" or "a tough time for".
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It was a rough time for me.
"It was a rough time for us," she said.
The emergence of the document comes at a rough time for Mr. Jeffries.
The change in leadership comes at a rough time for Bank of America.
"This is a rough time for customer service," said Bob Chatham, a Forrester Research analyst who follows customer service.
It may be a rough time for Philadelphia, but at least their fans are known for their patience.
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Winter can be a rough time of year for a lot of people.
We have had gadflies among us ever since, but one contemporary breed in particular has come in for a rough time of late: the "hacktivist".
Ms. Feehan says engineering students have a rough time looking for work because they tend to be introverts.
She called the company and asked whether she could find out a rough time frame for the delivery in case her signature was required.
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