struggle
Translation
to struggle, to strive, to fight
Examples
He struggled to lift the heavy box.
He struggled to lift the heavy box.
Many students struggle with math.
Many students struggle with maths.
The company is struggling against its rivals.
The company is struggling against its rivals.
Grammar Patterns
to struggle ((to-inf)) to try very hard to do something difficult He struggled to lift the heavy box.
to struggle ((with sth.)) to find something difficult Many students struggle with math.
to struggle ((against sb./sth.)) to fight against someone or something The company is struggling against its rivals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: strive, fight, battle, toil; Antonyms: surrender, yield, relax
Etymology
From Middle English, of uncertain origin. The sense is of making violent efforts.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying to 'struggle' out of a tight rope. It's a difficult fight.