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struggle

[struhg-uhl] / ˈstrʌg əl /






Usage

What are other ways to say struggle? The noun struggle, when referring to a fight or contest of any kind, implies vigorous bodily effort or violent exertion: a hand-to-hand struggle. A brush is a brief encounter or skirmish: a brush with the law. Clash implies a direct and sharp collision between opposing parties, efforts, interests, etc.: a clash of opinions.

Example Sentences

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While Iran ships oil, other operators are struggling.

From The Wall Street Journal

Sasaki noted mechanical issues as the reason for his struggles after the game.

From Los Angeles Times

What seems undeniable, however, is that prices are high and people are struggling to afford them.

From BBC

Recent business ventures have struggled, the Hollywood production deals that initially subsidized his exit are drying up, and his nonprofit arm laid off much of its staff shortly before Christmas.

From The Wall Street Journal

Oil has had a two-day stretch that has left traders and executives struggling to price the risk from a conflict with no clear resolution in sight.

From The Wall Street Journal