Synonyms for

Wrestled

Verb / ˈresʌld / Another word for wrestled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to struggle or fight with someone by holding and trying to throw or force them down

Synonyms & similar words

writhe worm twist wriggle wrestle squirm grappled struggled fought battled engaged scuffled tussled clashed contended combat wrangled jostled grappling waged sparred encountered confronted scrambled tangled grind

Example sentences

  1. The two wrestlers wrestled with each other for the championship.
  2. The young boy wrestled with the heavy box but could not move it.
  3. The cat wrestled with the ball of yarn.
  4. The politician wrestled with the difficult decision.
  5. The football team wrestled with their opponents for the ball.

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