Win, and it might be a promising start to a difficult stretch.

This is the beginning of a difficult stretch for the Broncos.

On this, the most difficult stretch, his new car performed like a dream.

Another difficult stretch and she placed the bottle back upon the table.

Republicans called the outcome a much-needed success during a difficult stretch.

His management tactics were shaped during a difficult stretch for American industry.

Officials at the Circle insist that the company is merely going through a difficult stretch.

They had desperately wanted to avoid a second loss now, with the most difficult stretch of their schedule upon them.

Then I slid my left hand onto her right ankle, though this was a difficult stretch, and held it in place.

Those who can weather Carnoustie's most difficult stretches will give themselves a much greater chance.