In these hard times vs During these hard times

Both 'in these hard times' and 'during these hard times' are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They are interchangeable and can be used to express the idea of facing difficult circumstances. The choice between them is a matter of personal preference.

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In these hard times

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

This phrase is used to describe the current challenging situation or difficult times that someone is experiencing.

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, it's crucial to stay positive.
In these hard times, we must remain resilient.
In these hard times, kindness goes a long way.

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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...

Alternatives:

during these hard times
amid these hard times
throughout these hard times
in this difficult period
in this challenging situation

During these hard times

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

This phrase is used to describe the period of time when someone is facing challenging or difficult circumstances.

Examples:

We must stay strong during these hard times.
It's important to remain hopeful during these hard times.
During these hard times, we need to support each other.
During these hard times, it's crucial to take care of our mental health.
We will persevere during these hard times.

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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.
You provided food during hard times.
That may have something to do with economic developments, but it is precisely during hard times that we need to make sure that directives are implemented.
I thought maybe during the hard times, it would help you see the light.
I want to be there for Matty during this hard time.
He grew up in the segregated South, escaped lynching and all that during some really hard times, and he provided a really stable home for me and my siblings and a whole bunch of other people that fell on hard times.
Things could be worse, and there was much to be thankful for... like the Star Theatre of Flint... funded with GM money to provide entertainment and escape... during Flint's hard times.
like the Star Theatre of Flint... funded with GM money to provide entertainment and escape... during Flint's hard times.
You tried hard during that time not to hurt me, but I was too dense to figure it out.
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.
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.

Alternatives:

in these hard times
amid these hard times
throughout these hard times
in this difficult period
in this challenging situation

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In these hard times vs During these hard times