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Could you suggest opposite expression of "get tougher"?

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Rebecca

Expressions with the opposite of "get tougher" include: "go softer," "go easier," "ease up on," and "loosen up on." Ex: The group wants Canada to ease up on China. Ex: The team wants the coach to go easier on them.

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