battled

Example Sentences

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“Hacks” showed that in action for five seasons, whether Deborah battled to be taken seriously or Ava fought for her shot.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Sinner battled illness as Argentina's Juan Manuel Cerundolo - who deserves great credit for remaining calm - took advantage to win their second-round match 3-6 2-6 7-5 6-1 6-1.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Russell and Antonelli collided in one incident and the Italian ran off track in two as they battled for the lead of the race in the early laps.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Blaustein battled Parkinson’s disease for the last decade and, according to the Hollywood Reporter, was told last month that he had Stage 4 pancreatic cancer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

From her distinguished post at the Smithsonian, she battled on behalf of the law of environmental limitation.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann