uphill battle
Example Sentences
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Mobile UK, which represents EE, O2, Three and Vodafone, said: "Delivering world-class coverage is an uphill battle in a high-density city where development constantly reshapes the skyline."
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
Proponents may face an uphill battle persuading Newsom to sign the bill, which creates a unique revenue stream to pay for the program.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 1, 2026
"I think we have an uphill battle," said the 34-year-old, wearing a "Memphis" t-shirt.
From Barron's ● Aug. 8, 2026
Women already have an uphill battle trying to maintain a healthy body image.
From Salon ● Aug. 5, 2026
Even after they remarried, we knew there was still an uphill battle ahead to becoming American citizens.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
