HARD-WON


Meaning of HARD-WON in English

If you describe something that someone has gained or achieved as ~, you mean that they worked hard to gain or achieve it.

The dispute could destroy Australia’s ~ reputation for industrial stability.

ADJ: usu ADJ n

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