battled
Example Sentences
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He battled it with chemotherapy and radiation, according to reporting from USA Today.
From Los Angeles Times β Sep. 9, 2026
Aryna Sabalenka thought she had lost her US Open crown before leaving herself "speechless" as she battled back to beat Linda Noskova in three sets and advance to the semi-finals.
From BBC β Sep. 8, 2026
Harry battled the ministry in the courts after Ravec downgraded his security following his 2020 move.
From Barron's β Sep. 7, 2026
Several new mothers battled what looked like postpartum depression.
From The Wall Street Journal β Sep. 6, 2026
Stanton weeded out unfit and incompetent officers; battled dishonest government contractors who sold the army low-quality uniforms, rotting equipment, and defective weapons; and endured an epidemic of officers who would not fight.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
