Like a C in calculus? (4)

I believe the answer is:

hard

(Other definitions for hard that I've seen before include "Complicated" , "Novel featuring Mr Gradgrind" , "Resentment" , "Intensely" , "Firm; demanding; stern" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal.

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