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First published 1974 (SND Vol. IX).
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TYAUCHLE, n. A struggle, a hard, difficult or strenuous time (Abd.¹⁵ 1930). [tjɑxl]Abd. 1921 T.S.D.C.:
Oot o' the tyauchle an' in o' the tyuggle — oot o' the frying pan into the fire.