It was a tough task.

那是一件困难的任务。

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Persuading the world to eat less meat looks like a tough task.

说服全世界少吃肉看起来是一项艰难的任务。

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But proving that something doesn't exist is always a tough task.

但是证明什么东西不存在一直是个难题。

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And let us be honest, this is a tough task. But this will be Jim's core mission, he is eminently qualified, and he has my complete confidence and support."

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When Congress returns in the new year, negotiators for the House and Senate will begin the tough task of merging their different versions of health-care reform legislation into one bill the president can sign.

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Chelsea manager Avram Grant believes his team face a tough task to reach the final.

BBC: Arsenal & Spurs face cup showdown

But Benitez faces a tough task following the flamboyant Mourinho at the San Siro.

BBC: Rafael Benitez named as new coach of Inter Milan

But it still faces a tough task to restore its advantage over other banks.

ECONOMIST: American regulators threaten an emerging-markets bank