strive
Translation
to try hard, to endeavour, to struggle
Examples
We must strive for a better future.
We must strive for a better future.
She always strives to do her best.
She always strives to do her best.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth.)) to try to achieve (sth.) We must strive for success.
((to-inf)) to try hard to do (sth.) She strives to be the best.
Similar Words
Synonyms: endeavour, try hard, struggle; Antonyms: give up, relax
Etymology
From Old French 'estriver' (to quarrel, compete), which is related to the noun 'strife'.
Memory Tips
To 'strive' is to drive yourself forward, even through 'strife' (conflict).