Meaning & use
grueling
Extremely demanding, tiring, or difficult, especially over a long period.
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The marathon runners endured a grueling final stretch through the mountains.
After a grueling week of exams, she finally allowed herself to relax.
A note on using this word
Grueling emphasizes sustained physical or mental strain, commonly describing races, schedules, or training rather than brief, sudden difficulty.
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