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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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In a sense, today feels like the day former Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez died in 2013, with people struggling to comprehend what has happened.

From BBC

Tens of thousands of homes in Berlin will be without electricity until Thursday as authorities struggle to repair power cables seriously damaged in a suspected arson attack, officials said.

From Barron's

Like many people with autism, Caitlyn - from Ardrossan in North Ayrshire - can struggle with busy environments, meeting strangers and coping with changes to routine.

From BBC

It is a far cry from his previous struggles with dartitis - a condition which prevents a player from releasing their darts.

From BBC

Both groups recognise the difficult circumstances that can lead to people struggling to provide for their pets.

From BBC