It was not impossible for players to see behind Coughlin's tough exterior.
Despite his tough exterior, Hayes was said to be kind, honest and fair.
His tough and independent exterior had been forced upon him by the lives they lived, as a form of defense.
She had a tough exterior but inside was very insecure.
Then, at the last second, he let down his tough exterior and reached out, catching her hand just before she got too far away.
Beneath his character's tough exterior was a kind, gentle man.
She has a tough exterior, but a heart of gold.
His mother had a tougher exterior, but she was also a good, solid person.
Later, he warms to them but still maintains a tough exterior.
Despite her tough exterior, she's a friendly woman who quickly becomes attracted to the main Hero of the game.