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strives

The correct spelling is strives.

How to pronounce strives

noun

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The correct spelling is strives. Striving; earnest endeavor; hard work.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.Striving; earnest endeavor; hard work.
  2. 2.Exertion or contention for superiority, either by physical or intellectual means.
  3. 3.Bitter conflict, sometimes violent.
  4. 4.A trouble of any kind.
  5. 5.That which is contended against; occasion of contest.

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