strive

sforzarsi, impegnarsi

Impegnarsi molto e a lungo per raggiungere un obiettivo.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: strive to do something (We strive to give every customer good service.); strive for something (She strives for excellence in everything she does.)

Sinonimi: try hard, endeavor

Espressioni comuni: strive for something, strive to improve, strive toward something

lottare, contendere

Lottare contro qualcuno o qualcosa in uno scontro o una disputa.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: strive against someone/something (They strove against forces far stronger than their own.); strive with someone (The brothers strove with each other for power.)

Sinonimi: contend, struggle

Espressioni comuni: strive against something, strive with someone