“Hard to swallow”

Definition

Difficult to accept or believe.

Examples

Examples

“The news was hard to swallow.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Hard to swallow" mean?
"Hard to swallow" means difficult to accept or believe..
How do you use "Hard to swallow" in a sentence?
Example: "The news was hard to swallow."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Hard to swallow"?
Трудно принять или поверить. / Դժվար ընդունելի կամ հավատալի։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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