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challenging circumstances

[ˈtʃælɪndʒɪŋ ˈsɜːrkəmstænsɪz]
noun phrase
circunstâncias desafiadoras
1. difficult or demanding situations that require effort, determination, or problem-solving to overcome
Despite challenging circumstances, she managed to complete her degree.
Apesar das circunstâncias desafiadoras, ela conseguiu concluir seu diploma.
2. adverse or unfavorable conditions that present obstacles or difficulties
The team performed well under challenging circumstances.
O time se desempenhou bem sob circunstâncias desafiadoras.
NYC Slang
rough times; tough luck
Synonyms
difficult circumstancesadverse conditionstough situationhard timestrying circumstancesobstacleshardships
Antonyms
favorable circumstancesideal conditionseasy circumstancesadvantageous situationsmooth sailing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
circunstâncias desafiadoras; situação difícil
most common usage
São Paulo
circunstâncias desafiadoras; tempos difíceis
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
situação complicada; tempos duros
colloquial variant
Portugal
circunstâncias difíceis; condições adversas
more formal usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

to rise to the occasion
to weather the storm
to make the best of it
against all odds
in the face of adversity
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