Toughen up, stop complaining. Traditionally paired with 'take some concrete pills'.
"It's just a cold shower, harden up."
"Harden up bro, we're only halfway."
Phrases & Expressions · New Zealand slang
Harden up
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NZ sports-field philosophy in two words.
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