toughstart
nounUK /ˈtʌf stɑːt/
US /ˈtʌf stɑːrt/
A toughstart is a hard beginning to something.
The team had a toughstart to the season but won later.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A first part that is full of problems.
The project's toughstart worried everyone.
3. A person who begins something in a strong, determined way.
She is a toughstart who never gives up.
4. A beginning that makes you stronger.
His toughstart taught him to keep trying.