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idioma rough/bumpy ride1 a time when there are a lot of difficulties and problems ◆ often used in newspapers, on television news etc:The insurance group had a rough ride in the early 1990s, before its reorganization began to show good effects.Investors face a bumpy ride as the market continues to react to political developments.2 a lot of opposition and criticism ◆ often used in newspapers, on television news etc:The application to build a new supermarket on the edge of town was given a rough ride by the local council.It's been a bumpy ride, but the bill to privatize British Rail is almost at the end of its long parliamentary journey.a smooth ride: Party leaders are predicting a smooth ride through Congress for their policy changes next week.
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