Tag: rise to the occasion
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Tough as nails
Phrase: Tough as nails The phrase tough as nails describes someone or something as extremely strong, resilient, and able to endure difficult situations without easily giving up. This expression highlights not just physical strength but also emotional toughness. When we say someone is tough as nails, we mean they can handle challenges that would overwhelm…
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When the going gets tough…
Proverb: When the going gets tough, the tough get going First off, have you read yesterday’s post about going back to square one? If you haven’t, you might want to take about a minute and a half to go back and do that first. Today’s proverb, when the going gets tough, the tough get going,…
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Rise to the occasion
English Phrase: Rise to the occasion It’s true; I was a bit leery about writing a post on rising to the occasion at this time of year. Due to all the merrymaking going on, I’d say many people are finding it a challenge just to get out of bed, let alone perform better than they…
