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struggles

  • plural
    of struggle.
    struggle
    verb (used without object)
    to contend with an adversary or opposing force.
  • present tense form
    of struggle (3rd person singular).
    struggle
    verb (used without object)
    to contend with an adversary or opposing force.

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When asked by Slate about Darline’s struggles before the race was called, Norman said via text he was “Not surprised AT ALL!”

From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2026

Intel’s outlook for the December quarter came in below Wall Street’s expectations, partly due to its struggles against a tough market for personal computers.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026

Mr. Wright analyzes China’s economic struggles through the lens of its financial system, arguing that the country’s problems are bigger and more straitjacketing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026

“It’s one of the biggest struggles of our lives right now, trying to make everyone happy but not lose ourselves in the process,” Buscema said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2026

With Mom, that means a guilt-laden experience with many allusions to her struggles as a single mom.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali