uphill battle
noun
: a very difficult struggle
Starting her own business has proven to be an uphill battle.
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Despite the hope that producing might lead to other opportunities behind the camera, Stone decided these endeavors were an uphill battle not worth the fight.
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 1 Dec. 2024
The answer reveals a story of heritage, resilience, and the uphill battle to keep beloved traditions alive.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Getting such a law passed could be an uphill battle, and even a law might not be enough, according to Lory Manning, former director of government operations for the Service Women's Action Network, who has long focused on the issue.
—Matt Seyler, ABC News, 25 Nov. 2024
Fighting systemic disadvantages has been an uphill battle.
—Sofia Perez, Saveur, 21 Nov. 2024
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Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 1 Dec. 2024
The answer reveals a story of heritage, resilience, and the uphill battle to keep beloved traditions alive.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Getting such a law passed could be an uphill battle, and even a law might not be enough, according to Lory Manning, former director of government operations for the Service Women's Action Network, who has long focused on the issue.
—Matt Seyler, ABC News, 25 Nov. 2024
Fighting systemic disadvantages has been an uphill battle.
—Sofia Perez, Saveur, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for uphill battle
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“Uphill battle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uphill%20battle. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.
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