wrestle
Translation
to wrestle, to grapple, to struggle with
Examples
The two boys started to wrestle on the floor.
The two boys started to wrestle on the floor.
She had to wrestle with the decision for days.
She had to wrestle with the decision for days.
Grammar Patterns
((with sb.)) to fight with (sb.) by holding and trying to throw them The boys started to wrestle with each other.
((with sth.)) to struggle to deal with (sth.) She had to wrestle with the difficult problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grapple, struggle, fight, contend
Etymology
From Old English 'wræstlian', meaning 'to twist'. It relates to the twisting motions of the sport.
Memory Tips
Think of the twisting and turning of your 'wrist' when you wrestle.