Synonyms of wrestle

wrestle

verb

ˈre-səl 

as in to fight

to seize and attempt to unbalance one another for the purpose of achieving physical mastery

the sisters wrestled on the floor over the last cookie

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fight
• grapple
• brawl
• tussle
• battle
• contend
• rassle
• scuffle
• combat
• hit
• duel
• punch
• war (against)
• strike
• skirmish
• clash (with)
• box
• beat
• slug
• spar
• bash
• buffet
• batter

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wrestle

Linebacker Jordyn Brooks had gotten through on a blitz and managed to wrestle down Patrick Mahomes, who completed 83% of his passes for 246 yards, two touchdowns and an interception, for a 10-yard loss. — Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2026

As the longtime partners wrestle with their dark pasts and present conspiracies, Chris’ newfound bond with a pair of students (Mariana di Girolamo and Ailín Salas) threatens to send everyone’s trip sideways. — Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 23 Sep. 2026

This fissure triggered one of the 21st century’s bloodiest wars in 2020 when federal forces attempted to wrestle control of the large province of Tigray, leaving up to 600,000 dead by the time a ceasefire deal was signed two years later. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 23 Sep. 2026

Menace chose art rather than wrestling, eventually moving to Kansas City and building a career as a DJ, designer and event curator. — Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing wrestle

• wrestle (with)