struggle
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"We now struggle to cross from one bank to another... People are now crossing by boat, but it is also dangerous as long as the water has not calmed down," he told AFP.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Allen said young people are "so used to a beginning, middle and end arc in seven seconds" that they struggle with a two-hour movie, "other than Avatar", he added, "which is an experience".
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
That creates a divided economy: Consumers struggle with higher prices and borrowing costs, but AI-related investment supports markets, infrastructure spending and business optimism.
From Salon • Jun. 1, 2026
While many bots have mastered walking, they still struggle to open doors, fridges and washing machines smoothly.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026
Landing it was a struggle, but she’d done it.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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