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struggling

Pronunciation: [ˈstrʌɡlɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use struggling in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “overcoming challenges”

(verb) to have a hard time doing something or to fight against difficulties. It means you are trying really hard, but things are tough and not easy to handle.

Example

She is struggling to learn how to ride a bike, but she keeps practicing every day.

Example

He isn't struggling with math; he finds it very easy.

Example

Is she struggling with her science homework tonight?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) to deal with feelings of sadness, stress, or worry. It's when someone is finding it hard to feel good because of something happening in their life.

Example

He is struggling to stay positive, but his friends are helping him.

Example

She isn't struggling with her emotions; she feels very happy right now.

Example

Are you struggling with any feelings this week?

Context: “performance”

(verb) to perform or achieve poorly in some area, like in school or sports. This means that someone is having a tough time doing well.

Example

They are struggling in basketball, but they are working hard to improve.

Example

He isn't struggling in his classes; he is getting good grades.

Example

Is she struggling in any of her subjects this semester?

How to pronounce struggling

Pronunciation: [ˈstrʌɡlɪŋ]

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