"Hard-liner" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
A person who is a hard-liner is someone who holds a very extreme and uncompromising attitude or position on a particular issue or policy, often refusing to accept any alternative solutions or alternatives. They tend to be inflexible and rigid in their views and can be difficult to negotiate with, as they may insist on getting their way at all costs.
Harbours refers to a body of water, especially a natural or artificial receptacle used by ships, providing a safe haven for boats and vessels to anchor, dock, or repair, often with facilities for loading and unloading cargo or passengers. It can also be used figuratively to describe a person or place that provides a sense of safety, comfort, or shelter.
Hard-bitten refers to someone or something that is tough, resilient, and hardened through experience, often in a negative or emotionally draining way. It is often used to describe people who have become cynical, world-weary, or disillusioned due to their experiences, and who may be perceived as bitter, jaded, or difficult to deal with as a result.
Hard-boiled refers to something that is intense, tough, and unyielding, often in a literal or figurative sense. In literature, film, and culture, a hard-boiled character is typically a cynical, gritty, and world-weary individual, often a detective or anti-hero, who has been hardened by their experiences and is unafraid to take risks or confront harsh realities. The term can also be applied to styles of filmmaking, literature, or music that are known for their dark, gritty, and unapologetic content.
Successfully obtained or achieved after a lot of effort or difficulty: The victory was a hard-fought one, with the team fighting back from a 2-0 deficit in the last 15 minutes of the game.
Hard-hearted refers to someone who is emotionally cold, unfeeling, and uncaring towards others, often making it difficult for them to express sympathy, compassion, or empathy.
Hard-nosed refers to someone who is realistic, practical, and unromantic, often showing little emotion or sentimentality.
Having very little money or being unable to afford something due to a lack of financial resources.