grappling

noun

grap·​pling ˈgra-p(ə-)liŋ How to pronounce grappling (audio)

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More scenes of the nonagenarian grappling with the realities of that mourning would have strengthened the film by offering a more persuasive foundation for her later decisions. Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2025 What to look for in a quality grappling dummy Colors Most grappling dummies come in black, but there are many models that come in other colors. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 12 May 2025 Carlos Sainz, 126, Somerset Academy eighth grader: Placed second at Class 2A state final; district champion; finished third at regional; 33-8 record; member of Team Alpha Miami Grappling; ADCC Kids Champion; participates nationally in grappling and Jiu-Jitsu. Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025 The most inexpensive grappling dummies cost about $30–$100, while midrange grappling dummies go for $100–$200 and high-end grappling dummies range in price from about $200 to $350. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 12 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for grappling

Word History

First Known Use

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of grappling was in 1582

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“Grappling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/grappling. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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