struggle
verb (used without object)
to contend with an adversary or opposing force.
have been struggling
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present perfect progressiveof struggle.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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“But I must also say that I understand why. We have been struggling for decades … and things are only getting worse.”
From Slate ● Oct. 28, 2026
"I still have to work and have been struggling in the haze for four months now, if I don't work, I won't earn any money. Everyone is forced to fight against this dense smoke."
From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026
The Warner assets, so central to Hollywood’s established business, have been struggling for a decade.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Landlords have been struggling with flat or falling rents in many markets.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
By the time we get to sixth period, the portables’ air conditioners have been struggling along for seven hours, with the doors constantly opening and closing.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
