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is grappling
  • present progressive of grapple (3rd person singular).

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As international fans flooded into the three tournament co-host countries, Mexico is grappling with chaotic teacher protests in its capital.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In Indonesia, the company is grappling with a government proposal to cap the commission ride-hailing platforms can collect from drivers to 8% a trip from around 20%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

But while India is grappling with disruptions to cooking gas supplies, it has so far avoided the petrol shortages that have hit some neighbouring nations.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Zimmer’s older version of Sasha is grappling with her brother’s void and she does so with her mind, her work, her actions.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

This, however, cannot be said of the small frontier town where the spirit of progress is grappling with crude conditions.

From The Minister and the Boy A Handbook for Churchmen Engaged in Boys' Work by Hoben, Allan