In these hard times vs At these hard times

The correct phrase is "in these hard times." It is a common expression used to refer to difficult or challenging periods. On the other hand, "at these hard times" is not a standard phrase in English.

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In these hard times

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to difficult or challenging periods.

Use "in these hard times" to describe a situation or period of difficulty or challenge.

Examples:

In these hard times, it's important to support each other.
We need to stick together in these hard times.
In these hard times, staying positive can make a difference.
In these hard times, many people are facing financial struggles.
In these hard times, it's crucial to take care of our mental health.

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In these hard times, who can afford not to compromise?
In these hard times, the one message that should be heard is that European countries can no longer afford the European Union, its institutions and its immense outpourings of legislation.
In these hard times of the economic crisis, we should respect the interests of producers as well, and I am sure that this report balances the interests of the consumers and industry.
That's a family discount in these hard times.
I just figured you could use a little sweetness in these hard times.
I just figured you could use a little sweetness in these hard times.
Please remind us, in these hard times to be grateful for what we have been given and not to ask for what we cannot have.
In these hard times the one message that should be heard is that European countries can no longer afford the European Union, its institutions and its immense outpourings of legislation.
Throughout these hard times, I have sheltered you and cared for you.
Are these hard times for reporters?
You don't deserve these hard times, Johnse.
Everyone knows that Britain is worse off than any other country as we go into these hard times.
Hard time isn't a deterrent.
He had a really hard time.
Christine mentioned you were having a hard time.
You provided food during hard times.
Intimesof crisis, all people band together and support them and get them through these hard times.
Secondly, it is very important to fight for gender equality and the abolition of poverty, especially with regard to people in the most vulnerable groups, as they are most affected by poverty during these hard times.
A lot of times, families have a hard time understanding love.
They have a hard time getting or maintaining...

At these hard times

This phrase is not a standard expression in English. It is not commonly used to refer to difficult periods.

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That's a family discount in these hard times.
I just figured you could use a little sweetness in these hard times.
I just figured you could use a little sweetness in these hard times.
Throughout these hard times, I have sheltered you and cared for you.
Are these hard times for reporters?
You don't deserve these hard times, Johnse.
Everyone knows that Britain is worse off than any other country as we go into these hard times.
Hard time isn't a deterrent.
He had a really hard time.
Christine mentioned you were having a hard time.
You provided food during hard times.
In these hard times the one message that should be heard is that European countries can no longer afford the European Union, its institutions and its immense outpourings of legislation.
In these hard times, who can afford not to compromise?
Please remind us, in these hard times to be grateful for what we have been given and not to ask for what we cannot have.
Intimesof crisis, all people band together and support them and get them through these hard times.
Secondly, it is very important to fight for gender equality and the abolition of poverty, especially with regard to people in the most vulnerable groups, as they are most affected by poverty during these hard times.
In these hard times, the one message that should be heard is that European countries can no longer afford the European Union, its institutions and its immense outpourings of legislation.
A lot of times, families have a hard time understanding love.
They have a hard time getting or maintaining...
Some people have a hard time explaining rock 'n 'roll.

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In these hard times vs At these hard times