And with her partner, it would have been extremely difficult: the slightest hint of doubt on his face or in his voice would have been devastating for her and would have probably meant the end of their relationship.
sehr schwerlich auch ihrem Partner -- das kleinste Fünkchen Zweifel auf ihrem Gesicht oder in ihrer Stimme wären verheerend für sie gewesen und wahrscheinlich das Ende der Beziehung.