struggle
verb (used without object)
to contend with an adversary or opposing force.
struggler
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a word derived from
struggle.
Example Sentences
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Dutt's friendship with fellow struggler Dev Anand - who soon rose to fame as an actor - helped him get the chance to direct his first film in 1951.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2025
The incident happened at the end of Sunday’s 1-0 home loss to fellow struggler Hellas Verona.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 11, 2024
A point for Spezia at fellow struggler Lecce on Sunday would be enough to condemn Cremonese to Serie B, alongside bottom club Sampdoria.
From Washington Times ● May 20, 2023
Last-placed Hertha Berlin raised hopes of a dramatic escape from relegation after beating fellow struggler Stuttgart 2-1.
From Washington Times ● May 6, 2023
That man may have his faults but he’s a struggler, I’m putting my hat in with him.”
From "Bud, Not Buddy" by Christopher Paul Curtis
