wrestle
Translation
to wrestle, to grapple, to struggle
Examples
The two athletes wrestled on the mat.
The two athletes wrestled on the mat.
She wrestled with the difficult decision.
She wrestled with the difficult decision.
Grammar Patterns
((with/against sb.)) to fight with sb. physically. The boys wrestled with each other playfully.
((with sth.)) to struggle to deal with a problem or decision. He wrestled with his conscience for a long time.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grapple, struggle, contend; Antonyms: yield, surrender
Etymology
From Old English 'wræstlian', meaning 'to twist'. It relates to the twisting motions of the sport.
Memory Tips
Imagine trying to 'rest' while someone is twisting you – you have to 'wrestle' back!