grapple
verb (used without object)
to hold or make fast to something, as with a grapple.
are grappling
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present progressiveof grapple.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Farmers across the UK are grappling with one of the driest, hottest growing seasons in decades.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Long-standing Olvera Street businesses are grappling with low foot traffic, plummeting sales and falling behind on rent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
In an age where firms are grappling with artificial intelligence, the larger ones have been able to invest heavily in proprietary models.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
Whether in the U.S. or Europe, defense companies worldwide are grappling with significant backlogs.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 7, 2026
Denny and Brandon are grappling on the ground, but no one’s trying to hit anyone anymore.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
