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USA slang
That's difficult or unfortunate.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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that's rough means That's difficult or unfortunate. It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"that's rough" means That's difficult or unfortunate. In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Difficult; hard (can be used to express a tricky situation or embarrassment)
Difficult; hard (can be used to express a tricky situation or embarrassment)
A tough situation; a difficult moment; a struggle.
Crooked; complicated; difficult (literally "bent").
A place or situation that is difficult to escape; often associated with drug dealing lo...
Teen aesthetic with scrunchies, hydro flasks, and casual preppy style
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