grappling

noun

grap·​pling ˈgra-p(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce grappling (audio)

Examples of grappling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Vincent Lindon provides a counterpoint as a fire chief grappling with unexpected paternal instincts, his character a vessel for exploring themes of masculinity and societal expectations. Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 24 July 2024 After the attacks of October 7th in Israel and the ensuing war in Gaza, Kahn was again confronted with a newsroom grappling with the convergence of personal conscience and traditional journalistic norms. Clare Malone, The New Yorker, 10 July 2024 Beyond grappling with their own mental health struggles, employees are also worried about their coworkers. Will Daniel, Fortune, 26 June 2024 In grappling with the security dilemma, a state may be left with only bad options. Charles L. Glaser, Foreign Affairs, 18 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for grappling 

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Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of grappling was in 1582

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“Grappling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grappling. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

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