wrestling
- 01 A2 Elementary
a sport where two people try to throw each other to the ground using their hands and bodies.
a combat sport or contest in which two unarmed individuals struggle hand-to-hand with the goal of pinning or subduing the opponent.
Simple“He joined the wrestling team at school to improve his strength and balance.”
In context“Greco-Roman wrestling remains a staple of the Olympic Games, requiring athletes to use only their upper bodies for throws and takedowns.”
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
a type of show where performers pretend to fight in a ring.
a form of performance art or professional entertainment that emulates the sport of wrestling through choreographed matches.
Simple“The kids love watching professional wrestling on TV because of the colorful costumes.”
In context“While professional wrestling involves high-level athleticism, the outcomes of the matches are predetermined for dramatic effect.”
Synonymspro wrestling - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
the act of trying very hard to deal with a difficult problem or feeling.
a difficult struggle or effort to overcome a problem, doubt, or internal conflict.
Simple“Her wrestling with the difficult decision lasted for several weeks.”
In context“The philosopher spent years wrestling with the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in modern warfare.”
From late Old English wræstlung.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.