CEFR C1

striving

noun

Meaning

Making great efforts to achieve or obtain something, often against difficulties.

Examples

His striving for academic excellence was evident in his consistent top grades.
The company's striving to reduce its carbon footprint has led to innovative new policies.

Synonyms: effort, endeavor, exertion, toil

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striving (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈstraɪvɪŋ/

Definition

Making great efforts to achieve or obtain something, often against difficulties.

Examples

His striving for academic excellence was evident in his consistent top grades.
The company's striving to reduce its carbon footprint has led to innovative new policies.
Despite numerous setbacks, her unwavering striving for justice never faltered.

How to Use striving

striving for [something] (prepositional phrase): Making great efforts to achieve a particular goal. — "The organization is continually striving for greater efficiency."
striving against [difficulty] (prepositional phrase): Making efforts in the face of obstacles. — "They were striving against adverse weather conditions to reach the summit."

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