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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a thorough and tough" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe something that is both comprehensive and resilient or challenging, often in contexts like training, assessments, or evaluations.
Example: "The course was designed to be a thorough and tough preparation for the upcoming exams."
Alternatives: "rigorous and demanding" or "comprehensive and challenging."
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'LUMUMBA' -- From the director Raoul Peck, a thorough and tough-minded bio-pic on the first prime minister of the Congo and his uphill struggle to make a difference while dealing with attempts to undermine his efforts on all sides; the picture ends with the rise of a new tyranny that will be as horrifying as Belgian rule.
"That was a thorough and exhaustive briefing".
Mr. Graham has promised "a thorough and thoughtful investigation".
Wells will conduct a thorough and objective investigation.
This is a thorough and efficient approach.
He later called for a "thorough and unbiased" investigation.
"We owe them a thorough and professional investigation under law.
A thorough and transparent process was followed.
Do a thorough and attentive house cleaning.
Pharmaceutical manufacturing is a niche and tough business.
Many clients, he said, expect both a thorough inspection and a thorough report.
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