to contend with an adversary or opposing force.

to contend resolutely with a task, problem, etc.; strive

to struggle for existence.

to advance with violent effort

to struggle through the snow.

(of athletes and competitors) to be coping with inability to perform well or to win; contend with difficulty

After struggling for the whole month of June, he suddenly caught fire and raised his batting average 30 points.

to bring, put, etc., by struggling

She struggled the heavy box into a corner.

to make (one's way) with violent effort.

the process or an act or instance of struggling.

a war, fight, conflict, or contest of any kind.

a task or goal requiring much effort to accomplish or achieve.