na-adjective, noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
hardship; difficulty; distress; being stuck
Describes a state of suffering, distress, or being bogged down by difficulties. Often used in formal or written contexts. Can function as a noun, adjectival noun (な-adjective), or intransitive verb with する.
資金不足で計画は難渋している。
The plan is bogged down due to lack of funds.
彼は難渋な表情を浮かべた。
He wore a distressed expression.
交渉は難渋を極めた。
The negotiations were extremely difficult.