Level700
verb (動詞)
grapple
取り組む、格闘する、しっかり掴む
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、主に「問題や困難に取り組む」という意味で使われます。ビジネス上の課題解決や複雑な状況への対処など、抽象的な問題に対して使われることが多いです。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
struggle
contend
tackle
📝 Business Examples
The management team had to grapple with declining sales figures.
経営陣は売上高の減少という問題に取り組まなければならなかった。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "grapple"
Employees are encouraged to _______ with new challenges and propose innovative solutions.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 新しい課題に「取り組む」が、積極的な姿勢を示す。
English: To 'grapple' with challenges suggests a proactive approach.
English: To 'grapple' with challenges suggests a proactive approach.
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