grappling

1 of 2

noun

grap·​pling ˈgra-p(ə-)liŋ 

1

: grapnel

2

: grappling hook

grappling

2 of 2

present participle of grapple entry 2

Examples of grappling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

From friendship fallouts and family issues to mental health and grappling with life falling short of lofty expectations, Issa Rae knew exactly how to get the people talking in a way that felt honest, human, and, ultimately, real AF. — Stacy-Ann Ellis, VIBE.com, 2 Nov. 2026

The Venezuela native, who competed for the South American country’s national team, arrived in Idaho as a teenager grappling with the loss of her favorite sport. — Idaho Statesman, 14 Oct. 2026

How is the Schaumburg Democrat grappling with that fateful outcome, while preparing to depart Congress after 10 tumultuous years, which included a pandemic, an insurrection and impeachment proceedings? — Marni Pyke, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026

Baszler is an accomplished grappling champion who jumped into pro wrestling in the mid-2010s. — Ryan Gaydos Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1582, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing grappling

• grappling hook

Rhymes for grappling

• sapling