- present tense form of strive (3rd person singular).
strives
Example Sentences
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Being a top-notched defender is what James strives to be for the Lakers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 3, 2026
While the better class of comic-book movies strives to produce at least a minimal real-world feel, Mr. Cretton does not succeed in making, say, a mass deployment of a freeze-ray look particularly vivid.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
Those who know him well - or covered his playing career for many years - will describe him as a curious person who strives to do everything to the best of his ability.
From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2026
“It is a department that strives to ... make positive changes.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
“A town that strives to make such a good first impression must surely be a friendly place,” she thought.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
