Meaning of the word struggles in English

What does struggles mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

struggles

US /ˈstrʌɡ.əlz/
UK /ˈstrʌɡ.əlz/

Noun

1.

a forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or to resist attack

Example:
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The bird's struggles to escape the net were futile.
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He recounted his struggles with the attacker.
2.

a period of difficulty or adversity

Example:
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The company faced many financial struggles.
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Her early life was marked by poverty and constant struggles.

Verb

1.

make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or to resist attack

Example:
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He struggles against the ropes that bind him.
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The fish struggles on the line.
2.

have difficulty doing or achieving something

Example:
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He struggles with math.
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The economy struggles to recover.