grappling

[grap-ling]

noun

1. grapnel.

grappling

/ ˈɡræplɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of gripping or seizing, as in wrestling

2. a hook used for securing something

Other Word Forms

• ungrappling adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of grappling¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; grapple + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

If not done carefully, bioenergy projects run the risk of emitting carbon — not sequestering it — and polluting communities already grappling with some of the state’s dirtiest air.

From Los Angeles Times

Farmers are already grappling with longer dry spells, heat waves, and erratic weather patterns.

From Salon

Moldovans have been buffeted by Russia's full-scale war in neighbouring Ukraine, but they are also grappling with spiralling prices and high levels of corruption.

From BBC

Centre left political parties in many countries are grappling with how to deal with demographics, immigration, an era where public money is very tight.

From BBC

But educators are grappling with many nuanced scenarios.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• confront 
• contend 
• cope 
• deal with