uphill battle

noun

: a very difficult struggle

Starting her own business has proven to be an uphill battle.

Examples of uphill battle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Conventional wisdom would suggest that in deep blue Broward, the only true Democratic stronghold in South Florida, Cervera would have an uphill battle securing the seat he’s held for just over a year. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026

The former first-rounder faces an uphill battle for playing time, given the development of Gillotte and the addition of Thomas. — Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026

If a habit feels like punishment, your willpower will be fighting an uphill battle. — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

But stepping out of the Georgia prison proved not to be the end of the uphill battle the father of two faced after his wrongful conviction. — Taylor Croft, AJC.com, 6 July 2026

Rhymes for uphill battle

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