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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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It was a struggle for them to find a pet-friendly hotel, but his girlfriend’s son eventually found one.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

Without it, families can struggle to secure compensation.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

As I navigate my uncertain options, I often struggle with self-esteem.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

The Tampa Bay Rays, despite having MLB’s best record, struggle with low attendance and are pursuing a new $2.3 billion ballpark in Tampa.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

I struggle to make sense of the voices that are boiling up all around me.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman




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