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

Authorities said another teacher threw her phone at the gunman and then tackled him and wrestled with him for control of the weapon, likely saving lives before the gunman was shot by a father who followed him into the building. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026

Bandido has wrestled all over the world for various international wrestling promotions, including CMLL and New Japan Pro Wrestling. — James Varsallone, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026

Treuer has wrestled with these legacies for much of his career. — David L. Ulin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

In the hour, James covers everything from body counts and bank accounts to why women should wrestle men. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing wrestle

• wrestle (with)