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grappled

/ˈɡræplɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does grappled mean?

verb

past tense of 'grapple', to catch or hold something firmly with the hands or a tool, or to deal with a problem or situation in a difficult or confusing way.

Example

"She had grappled with the decision for hours before finally making up her mind."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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