sledding

American  

[sled-ing] / ˈslɛd ɪŋ /

noun

1. the state of the ground permitting use of a sled.

   The mountain roads offer good sledding.

2. the going, or kind of travel, for sleds, as determined by ground and weather conditions.

3. a going, progress, or advance in any field.

   The job won't be easy sledding.

4. the act of conveying or riding on a sled.

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sledding Idioms  

1. see easy sledding; tough sledding.

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Etymology

Origin of sledding

An Americanism dating back to 1675–85; sled + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

"There were so many highlights. My son enjoyed the dog sledding through the forest, he loved how fast they were going!"

From BBC

Many visitors take the tram to go sledding.

From Los Angeles Times

Repeating the market’s recent run of near 20% annual gains, however, will be a lot tougher sledding with rising unemployment and shoppers’ increased caution.

From Barron's

Repeating the market’s recent run of near 20% annual gains, however, will be a lot tougher sledding with rising unemployment and shoppers’ increased caution.

From Barron's

It has been tougher sledding for the stablecoin issuer since then.

From Barron's