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has grappled
  • present perfect of grapple (3rd person singular).

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For almost two years, the post-industrial community has grappled with the potential loss of a sizeable portion of its population and workforce.

From Salon • Apr. 30, 2026

Olaplex is expanding its reach as the company has grappled with declining sales and growing competition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

Over the years, it has grappled with corruption scandals and environmental pollution charges.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

Born in 1991 after a war of independence against former dictator General Siad Barre, it has grappled with decades of isolation ever since.

From BBC • Dec. 26, 2025

He has grappled with too many public questions.

From Sweet Cicely — or Josiah Allen as a Politician by Holley, Marietta