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as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort
not only must we strive for peace in time of war, we must strive mightily to maintain that peace
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as in tries
to make an effort to do
let us strive to make the most of this opportunity
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Recent Examples of strives
The goalie, who strives to be in the Vezina Trophy conversation year after year and to lead the Wild to a Stanley Cup, loves Minnesota and loves playing for the Wild, in large part because of the defensive structure in front of him.
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Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Yet Leto never shakes the role’s robotic nature, even as his character strives to become more human, and his acting partners struggle to play off that in a meaningful way.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
While that’s a boon for remote areas looking for the reliable internet service SpaceX strives to provide, astronomers have concerns.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2025
The movie strives to apply logic, inviting laughs (which are not unwelcome in the tense genre), but ultimately succeeds by devising a formula where two threats — ghosts and serial killers — come calling.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
That passion fuels his work at Red Giant Rights Group, where his team not only helps artists terminate rights but also strives to reinvigorate their existing brands through strategic leverage of creative assets.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Together with her sister Gvantsa and her brother Giorgi, Abuladze strives to run the vineyard and winery as sustainably as possible.
—Jessica Jungbauer, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2025
How Democrats fare in efforts to reclaim the governor's office could preview a national pattern and influence party strategies as the GOP strives to maintain control of the House and Senate while Democrats push for significant gains after a disappointing 2024.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Years after Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman fought to the death to save his fellow soldiers, an intelligence officer strives to prove his valor — leading an investigation that ultimately would secure him the Medal of Honor.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2025
Yet Leto never shakes the role’s robotic nature, even as his character strives to become more human, and his acting partners struggle to play off that in a meaningful way.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
While that’s a boon for remote areas looking for the reliable internet service SpaceX strives to provide, astronomers have concerns.
—Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Oct. 2025
The movie strives to apply logic, inviting laughs (which are not unwelcome in the tense genre), but ultimately succeeds by devising a formula where two threats — ghosts and serial killers — come calling.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
That passion fuels his work at Red Giant Rights Group, where his team not only helps artists terminate rights but also strives to reinvigorate their existing brands through strategic leverage of creative assets.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Together with her sister Gvantsa and her brother Giorgi, Abuladze strives to run the vineyard and winery as sustainably as possible.
—Jessica Jungbauer, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2025
How Democrats fare in efforts to reclaim the governor's office could preview a national pattern and influence party strategies as the GOP strives to maintain control of the House and Senate while Democrats push for significant gains after a disappointing 2024.
—Deputy News Editor, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Years after Air Force Combat Controller John Chapman fought to the death to save his fellow soldiers, an intelligence officer strives to prove his valor — leading an investigation that ultimately would secure him the Medal of Honor.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strives
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The Prince of Darkness died in Birmingham, England, on July 22 at 76 years old, leaving behind a legacy as a legendary heavy metal rock performer who, after years of various headline-worthy antics and struggles with addiction, made his foray into reality TV.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
20 Oct. 2025
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Dane, who revealed in April that he had been diagnosed with ALS, will appear as Matthew in episode 209, a heroic firefighter who struggles to share his ALS diagnosis with his family.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Detroit automaker allocated the electric commercial vans into its Chevrolet brand last year in a bid to boost its performance as GM tries to gain ground against competitors, including Ford and Rivian, in the market.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
21 Oct. 2025
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Rohde, a two-time winner of the Pulitzer Prize, will join MSNBC under Versant, the new company slated to be spun off from NBCUniversal in coming weeks as corporate parent Comcast tries to separate an eroding cable business from its broadcast and streaming assets.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
20 Oct. 2025
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As America attempts to reclaim its pride by whitewashing its unflattering histories, Springsteen’s struggle to balance light and dark on these pointedly American recordings is tremendously poignant.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
19 Oct. 2025
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After backing away from the giant mammal, the influencer then moves closer again, jumping back once more when the elephant attempts to grab him with its trunk.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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They are being told by their bosses what works based on data and research.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Carrie Preston has returned to reprise her beloved role as Elsbeth Tascioni, the quirky yet brilliant attorney who works alongside the New York Police Department to help solve crimes.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Word on the street is that Snapchat-maker Snap seeks to raise $1 billion to double down on its Spectacles.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
24 Oct. 2025
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The Idaho Statesman seeks more information about ICE actions and law enforcement's response.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Strives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strives. Accessed 25 Oct. 2025.
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