1
as in to struggle
to devote serious and sustained effort
not only must we strive for peace in time of war, we must strive mightily to maintain that peace
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as in to try
to make an effort to do
let us strive to make the most of this opportunity
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Recent Examples of strive
Groups that strive to improve the quality of life for those who live, work and play in Rancho Bernardo can apply for up to $10,000 in grants that will be awarded later this year.
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Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
That prompted a slew of global investment banks to raise their forecasts for China’s economic growth this year while paring back expectations for more proactive stimulus as Beijing strives to reach its growth target of around 5%.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 20 May 2025
An architectural marvel has landed on the rental market in sunny Los Angeles, California, where residents strive to be unique in their own little ways.
—Tj MacIas, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2025
His medals are gathering dust in a drawer back home, and that speaks volumes for his mentality — never too high, never too low, never looking too far back or too far ahead, forever striving to stay in the moment.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 17 May 2025
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Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 May 2025
That prompted a slew of global investment banks to raise their forecasts for China’s economic growth this year while paring back expectations for more proactive stimulus as Beijing strives to reach its growth target of around 5%.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 20 May 2025
An architectural marvel has landed on the rental market in sunny Los Angeles, California, where residents strive to be unique in their own little ways.
—Tj MacIas, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2025
His medals are gathering dust in a drawer back home, and that speaks volumes for his mentality — never too high, never too low, never looking too far back or too far ahead, forever striving to stay in the moment.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for strive
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Rob Crossan January 17, 2025 Marketed as a luxury tourist destination, the Maldives struggles with the legacy of an authoritarian government and the existential threat of climate change.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
23 May 2025
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That built him a three-shot lead entering Sunday's final round. Midway through his final 18, Scheffler was struggling.—
Kendall Capps,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 May 2025
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Two years later, he was tried again and found guilty of felony murder and second-degree kidnapping.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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Carmichael is content to share his personal shame while exposing the social ills that have also tried to stop him from being his true self.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
23 May 2025
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Brightline has labored to increase ridership along its 170-mile extension to Orlando from West Palm Beach.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
20 May 2025
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Each creator contributed immensely to American art and culture, while laboring in an industry that, until recently, produced very little financial rewards or respect.—
Rob Salkowitz,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The Premier League attempted to broker an agreement but after exhausting all avenues the only option available in the time frame was to play at Joie Stadium.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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One autumn afternoon, while a father, Nicholas, is distracted, his young son attempts to carry a large pumpkin down a flight of stairs.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2025
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Truman graduated from Texas Tech six months ago and now works for the Texas Senate under Senator Brian Birdwell on the border security committee.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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The job demanded long hours on my feet and working with my hands.—
Health,
Health,
20 May 2025
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As companies endeavor to scale responsibly, meeting customer expectations for security is essential.—
Guy Yehiav,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The lawsuit, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges that the administration violated hundreds of laws and bypassed congressional authority by endeavoring to consolidate the number of HHS agencies from 28 to 15 and initiating layoffs of around 20,000 employees.—
Aria Bendix,
NBC news,
5 May 2025
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“Strive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strive. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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