"We will form a government very rapidly, because the country is in a tough situation."

It's a very tough situation, especially for the older people.

Now the company is in an even tougher economic situation.

I took his hand then, feeling this was an appropriate if not perfect way to get out of a tough situation.

Maybe this tough situation is going to be the best time ever.

"You have to be prepared for the toughest possible situation."

Although Tom is not easy to like, you'd probably want him on your side in a tough situation.

But last week's market drop made a tough situation worse.

From top to bottom, it was a tough situation for all.

It was a tough situation for both of us when I walked in two years ago.