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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.

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Cook’s purchase came the day after the stock tumbled 10.5% on Dec. 19, following Nike’s fiscal second-quarter report, which showed the company was still struggling to fend off competition and regain relevance with consumers.

From MarketWatch

Cook’s purchase came the day after the stock tumbled 10.5% on Dec. 19, following Nike’s fiscal second-quarter report, which showed the company was still struggling to fend off competition and regain relevance with consumers.

From MarketWatch

Editors and reviewers may struggle more to identify the most valuable submissions, while universities and funding agencies may find that raw publication counts no longer reflect scientific contribution.

From Science Daily

But Jim Harbaugh’s team has found new ways to win, and is capable of outscoring the Texans, who are really struggling in the red zone.

From Los Angeles Times

Businesses struggling because customers are scared to go outside.

From Los Angeles Times