grapple
Translation
to wrestle, to struggle, to deal with
Examples
The wrestlers grappled on the mat.
The wrestlers grappled on the mat.
He is grappling with a difficult problem.
He is grappling with a difficult problem.
Grammar Patterns
((with sb./sth.)) to struggle to deal with (sb./sth.) He is grappling with a difficult problem.
Similar Words
Synonyms: wrestle, struggle, contend
Etymology
From Old French 'grapil' (to seize), from 'grape' (a hook).
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'grab apple'. Imagine grabbing an apple and struggling to hold on to it.