WRESTLE (WITH) Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

wrestle (with)

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Definition of wrestle (with)

as in to contemplate

to give serious and careful thought to I've been wrestling with the idea of switching careers for quite some time

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Article 39 also contemplates an Accountability and Care Committee that helps to develop injury-surveillance systems and conducts investigations.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Anyone contemplating retirement abroad should investigate insurance, emergency arrangements and the ability to pay upfront before making the move.

— Lance B. Fulford, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of contemplate

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Marketed under the brand name Keytruda, pembrolizumab is considered to be something of a wonder drug in its own right, with just 30% of patients relapsing in the first two years of treatment.

— Mike McRae October 25, New Atlas, 26 Oct. 2026
Operators must consider what happens when that material eventually returns to Earth.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of consider

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That’s a question worth pondering only if the NBA wants the W’s growth plan to be something more nuanced than putting Caitlin Clark on the floor and reaping ad revenue.

— Candace Buckner, New York Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Goliath contacted Evans after pondering how often worlds and atmospheres are created through video and sound, but not scent.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of ponder

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During Tuesday’s City Council meeting, council members debated the Axon pilot program after hearing from scores of people who spoke out in opposition to more cameras.

— Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
Observers can and should debate specific policy positions vigorously.

— Ali Wyne, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of debate

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Virzi, a one-time doctoral candidate at UC San Diego studying clinical psychology, traveled to Pittsburgh in June 2024 to meet the twins and spend time with her best friend’s growing family.

— Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026
Stewart was born on July 13, 1940, in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, England, and took to acting at a young age, studying drama at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and performing in numerous theatrical productions before making his way to Hollywood.

— Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026

Definition of study

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Prosecutors said the 33-year-old suspect, a German citizen who has ties to the Berchtesgaden area but doesn't currently live there, was questioned.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
A number of protesters were also taken in for questioning and not allowed to join planned marches, according to local media.

— Joseph Ataman, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of question

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Alzarooni is also eyeing eventual support from potential distributors, broadcasters, streaming platforms and industry mentors as her search to secure financing continues.

— Essie Assibu, Variety, 30 Oct. 2026
Three-time All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II was a full participant Wednesday and is eyeing a return to the lineup after a three-game absence.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Oct. 2026

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