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idioms using “hard”
As hard as nails
Unsympathetic, uncaring
“I hope Ishikawa-san isn’t our new boss; he is as hard as nails.”
Hard on someone
To be mean to or demanding of someone (even yourself)
“The critics always rave about Ogawa-san’s piano recitals but she never accepts the praise; she is so hard on herself.”
Play hard to get
A strategy of acting hesitant though one is eager
“We have expressed interest in buying our parts supplier but they are playing hard-to-get.”
Die-hard
People who are faithful to an ideology or idea and nothing can change their mind (even music, in this example)
“The Grateful Dead is one band with many die-hard fans; there are clubs of people who have attended over 100 live concerts.”
Play hardball
To do anything necessary to win
“I wouldn’t want to compete against Sato-san; he plays hardball.”