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strive

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /straɪv/

Forms: strives, striving

strive means: To try very hard over time to achieve something.

verb

TRY HARDB2

To try very hard over time to achieve something.

  • We strive to do our best.
  • She strove to improve her English.
  • All members should strive for a fair solution.

How to use it: strive to do something (We strive to give every customer good service.); strive for something (She strives for excellence in everything she does.)

Similar words: try hard, endeavor

Common phrases: strive for something, strive to improve, strive toward something

STRUGGLE AGAINSTC2

To struggle against someone or something in a fight or disagreement.

  • They strove against a powerful enemy.
  • The rivals continued to strive for control.
  • He strives with those who oppose him.

How to use it: strive against someone/something (They strove against forces far stronger than their own.); strive with someone (The brothers strove with each other for power.)

Similar words: contend, struggle

Common phrases: strive against something, strive with someone

Questions about strive

What does strive mean?

To try very hard over time to achieve something.

What is strive in other languages?

Türkçe: çabalamak · Español: esforzarse · Français: s’efforcer · Deutsch: sich bemühen · Italiano: sforzarsi · 日本語: 努力する

How do you pronounce strive?

It is pronounced /straɪv/.

How do you use strive in a sentence?

We strive to do our best. She strove to improve her English.

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