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1.
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General
informal
colloquial
To become physically or mentally stronger, more resilient, or less emotionally sensitive.
To develop greater endurance or hardness through exposure to hardship or training.
2.
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General
informal
colloquial
To make someone or something stronger or more resilient, often by imposing discipline, challenge, or deliberate hardship.
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