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Raregive someone a hard time
The correct spelling is give someone a hard time.
How to pronounce give someone a hard time
verb
Say it like: Jiv-e s-omeo-ne -a h-ard- ti-me
The correct spelling is give someone a hard time. To cause difficulty or make trouble for someone. For example: "During WWII, German troops gave the Allies a hard time in Italy, but eventually the Allies broke through."
Usage Examples
“During WWII, German troops gave the Allies a hard time in Italy, but eventually the Allies broke through.”
“He's usually pretty good-natured when the children give him a hard time about his bald spot.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To cause difficulty or make trouble for someone.
- 2.To tease, kid or rib someone.
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