What does the cryptic crossword clue "Tough time with press (4)" mean?

The definition is "Tough". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). T (synonym of "time") + HUG (synonym of "press"); definition: "Tough" The answer is THUG.

Tough time with press (4)

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