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Covering big-league baseball was their launch pad and proving ground in a business that can still be tough on women.
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Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2025
Unlike sprinting, which can be tough on the joints, skipping delivers many of the same benefits while minimizing injury risks.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Inserting a three-time batting champion into New York's leadoff spot ahead of Soto, shortstop Francisco Lindor and third baseman Mark Vientos would be tough on opposing pitchers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
By the time his work day has ended, Chuck wants to have some quiet time, but Leanne says this can be tough on her now that the couple are empty nesters.
—Emma Kershaw, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025
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Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 6 Apr. 2025
Unlike sprinting, which can be tough on the joints, skipping delivers many of the same benefits while minimizing injury risks.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Inserting a three-time batting champion into New York's leadoff spot ahead of Soto, shortstop Francisco Lindor and third baseman Mark Vientos would be tough on opposing pitchers.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
By the time his work day has ended, Chuck wants to have some quiet time, but Leanne says this can be tough on her now that the couple are empty nesters.
—Emma Kershaw, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025
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“Be tough on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/be%20tough%20on. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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