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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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Children who struggled with math were less likely to change their strategy after getting a problem wrong.

From Science Daily

Pahlavi told the crowd: "My first message is to our brave and fighting compatriots inside the country: know that you are not alone, and today the world stands with you in this struggle."

From BBC

Quintero, who lacked the funds to finish college, struggles as a freelance audiovisual producer.

From Los Angeles Times

Affordability, as in struggling just to get by, is not a pressing issue here.

From Los Angeles Times

There was also secret pain and struggles with mental health.

From Los Angeles Times