strive
verb (used without object)
to exert oneself vigorously; try hard.
are striving
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present progressiveof strive.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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In fact, Americans of all ages, backgrounds and incomes are striving for a better life, but say the rising cost of living prevents them from their aspirations, the researchers found.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 5, 2026
Young families are striving to do better but struggling with costs of living, including expensive childcare.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Companies in the AI race are striving to perfect the technology, but they have not eliminated the possibility of errors such as "hallucinations" in which fabricated output is confidently presented.
From Barron's ● Mar. 15, 2026
“Ultimately, we are striving for this balance that must be struck between multi-year fiscal solvency” and “well-protected students, programs, schools and workforce,” said L.A. schools Supt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 31, 2026
And, compared with our own struggle, they are striving under conditions far more difficult.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
