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Meaning of battling
The primary meaning of "battling" is to engage in a fierce or determined struggle or contest.
Etymology of battling
The word "battling" originates from the Old French word "bataille," meaning "fight" or "combat," which is derived from the Old Italian word "battaglia," also meaning "fight" or "combat"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe a fierce or determined struggle or contest
Synonyms
fighting
struggling
combating
contending
competing
wrestling
grappling
sparring
clashing
colliding
skirmishing
opposing
resisting
defying
challenging
confronting
engaging
encountering
meeting
opposing
repelling
withstanding
persevering
enduring
tolerating
bearing
suffering
overcoming
conquering
vanquishing
defeating
triumphing
prevailing
succeeding
Definitions
- Engaging in a fierce or determined struggle or contest
- * Making a strong effort to overcome or achieve something
- * Engaging in combat or fighting
Usage Examples
- The team has been battling for a spot in the playoffs all season
- * She has been battling a serious illness for several years
- * The company has been battling financial difficulties and is struggling to stay afloat