grappling
Americannoun
noun
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the act of gripping or seizing, as in wrestling
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a hook used for securing something
Other Word Forms
- ungrappling adjective
Etymology
Origin of grappling
Example Sentences
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The airline industry is grappling with rising costs, as a result of the Iran conflict.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The weaker-than-expected results highlight the difficult balancing act for BYD as it pursues global expansion while grappling with weakening profitability in China.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026
“Markest are grappling with the fact that they expected this to be over on short order.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
The party is also filling a void left by a conservative opposition which is grappling with infighting and a failure to appeal to younger voters and women.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
The grappling lines were cut, and Davos felt the deck move under his feet as Black Betha pushed free of White Hart Her oars slid down into the water.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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