Knot and Toughie

Knot

Knot noun - Something that requires thought and skill for resolution.
Usage example: mercy killing is generally seen as a matter fraught with legal and medical knots

Toughie and knot are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Toughie" instead a noun "Knot".

Nearby Words: knotty, knotting

Toughie

Toughie noun - A violent, brutal person who is often a member of an organized gang.
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Synonyms for Toughie

Knot and toughie are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Knot" instead a noun "Toughie".

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