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HARD KNOCKS

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Hard Knocks.

Hard Knocks - as a noun

A state of misfortune or affliction

Example: "Debt-ridden farmers struggling with adversity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adversity16hardship17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bad luckill luckmisfortune15tough luck
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Example Sentences

"He learned his skills through the hard knocks of experience."
"Growing up in a rough neighborhood, she experienced a lot of hard knocks."
"Life in the army can give you some hard knocks."
"The job market can be tough, and many people have to endure hard knocks before finding success."
"After a few hard knocks, he finally learned to be more cautious in his investments."
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