Rough Sledding (Noun)
Meaning
A difficulty that can be overcome with effort; "we had a hard time getting here"; "analysts predicted rough sledding for handset makers".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The company faced rough sledding in its early years, but eventually found success with its innovative products.
- Analysts predicted rough sledding for the new restaurant, given the tough competition in the area.
- The team had rough sledding in the first half of the game, but managed to turn things around in the second half.
- The startup encountered rough sledding in its attempts to secure funding, but persevered and eventually landed a major investor.
- The inexperienced hikers had rough sledding on the steep and rocky trail, but made it to the summit just before sunset.