- present participle of struggle.
struggling
Example Sentences
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Struggling Spirit Airlines looks like it might get a lifeline from the federal government, though no deal has been finalized.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
Struggling to fall pregnant, Barbora Gray remembers washing her hair with raw eggs after seeing a post online.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Struggling at times during his first two regular seasons with the Dodgers while Ohtani was twice voted National League MVP, Yamamoto was originally overshadowed by the greatest player in history.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026
Struggling Nice pulled off a remarkable comeback in their last-16 tie against Montpellier to win 3-2.
From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026
Struggling, bursting with adrenaline, he finally found an open spot to get his feet under him and ran with all his power.
From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner
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