uphill
Example Sentences
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That could prove to be an uphill battle.
From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026
A 2020 survey of 708 young women found that, at least on dating apps, straight men posing with their cats would face an uphill battle, especially in comparison to those showing off their dogs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
They had even discussed among themselves about escaping uphill if another flood struck.
From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026
It makes gathering sufficient information for long-term prosecutions an uphill battle for law enforcement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
The street was crowded: parked cars lined both sides, while moving vehicles crawled bumper to bumper uphill and the sidewalks were crowded with people.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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