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give a hard time

The phrase “give a hard time” has 4 syllables: give a hard time

It's pronounced as /ɡɪv ə hɑːrd taɪm/

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In the thesaurus, “give a hard time” has 371 synonyms and 87 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for give a hard time along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for give a hard time

Antonyms for give a hard time

Meanings of give a hard time

  • verb
    1. Treat someone in a difficult, annoying, or critical way—often by teasing, criticizing, or causing trouble for them.

Example Sentences

  • His friends always give a hard time whenever he makes a mistake.
  • The teacher didn’t give a hard time to students who tried their best.
  • Don’t give a hard time to your coworker over small issues.
  • She tends to give a hard time to anyone who disagrees with her.
  • The manager will give a hard time if the report is late.

On this page you'll find 458 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to give a hard time, such as: abash, abrade, absorb, abuse, activate, admonish, afflict.

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