battling (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈbætəlɪŋ/
Definition
Engaging in a prolonged and determined struggle or conflict, often with the aim of overcoming an obstacle, opponent, or difficult situation.
Examples
She spent years battling a rare disease.
The company is battling to stay afloat in a competitive market.
How to Use battling
- battle against (prepositional phrase)
- To fight or struggle in opposition to something. — "She is battling against cancer."
- battle with (prepositional phrase)
- To engage in a conflict or struggle with someone or something. — "He was battling with his conscience."
- battle for (prepositional phrase)
- To fight or compete intensely to achieve or win something. — "The soldiers were battling for control of the city."
- battling it out (idiom)
- To compete fiercely with each other until a winner is decided. — "The two teams were battling it out for the championship."
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