Wrestle Definition & Meaning
wrestle
- noun
- the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat; "they had a fierce wrestle"; "we watched his grappling and wrestling with the bully"
- verb
- combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force; "He wrestled all his life with his feeling of inferiority"
- engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate; "I wrestled with this decision for years"
- to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling); "The prisoner writhed in discomfort"; "The child tried to wriggle free from his aunt's embrace"
- engage in a wrestling match; "The children wrestled in the garden"
"Wrestle" in song lyrics
See how wrestle is used in real songs:
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"from my wrist to my ankles and now these pigs wanna wrestle"
C-Bo — 187 Dance -
"I ain't here to play man games, don't wanna arm wrestle"
Chino XL — What You Lookin' At -
"I like 'em easy not them kind that like to wrestle"
Dem Franchize Boyz f/ Trey Songz — Freaky as She Wanna Be
Words that rhyme with wrestle
Usage tips for "wrestle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wrestle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wrestle to find words that pair well.