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Difference between Hard line and Hard lines

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hard line—unyielding adherence to a firm policy:

  • The hard line adopted by Australia’s conservative government proved popular among voters.

hard lines—

1. bad luck; misfortune:

  • It was hard lines indeed for Mr. Watson to meet with such a demon of a hare.

2. (exclam.) is used to show sympathy and understanding:

  • “I’m not getting a holiday this year.” “Hard lines on you!”