grappling
Americannoun
noun
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the act of gripping or seizing, as in wrestling
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a hook used for securing something
Other Word Forms
- ungrappling adjective
Etymology
Origin of grappling
Example Sentences
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The airline industry is grappling with rising costs, as a result of the Iran conflict.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“Markest are grappling with the fact that they expected this to be over on short order.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
In the last year or so, well-established retailers that were already grappling with intense competition from online retailers have been hit as their customers cut back on discretionary spending amid inflation, tariffs and global conflict.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
Key central banks around the world kept rates steady this past week, while signaling they were grappling with the prospect that rising energy prices will lift inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
The chief mate was wrestling with Camey, grunting, grappling, each trying to get a hold on the other.
From "The Reader" by Traci Chee
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