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/ˈtʌf ˈkwest.ʃən/ · tough.ques.tion
noun
  1. A question that is difficult or challenging to answer. The interviewer asked a tough question about the company's financial future.
noun
  1. A question that is blunt or direct, often requiring a straightforward answer. The politician was asked a tough question about her stance on the issue.
Did you know? The phrase 'tough question' is often used in journalism and public speaking to describe a question that requires a thoughtful or nuanced response.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 29, 2026