uphill battle

noun

: a very difficult struggle
Starting her own business has proven to be an uphill battle.

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With both teams emerging as the front-runners for the conference title, FIU finds itself in third, facing an uphill battle to close the gap and keep its championship hopes alive. — Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2026 This will be an uphill battle, a fresh perspective that is skeptical of the status quo is what Springfield needs. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026 Those vying for the job tried to win voters at a forum Tuesday night, as attendees listened to the three candidates who will have an uphill battle if elected. — Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026 For Americans in rural communities, getting adequate health treatment has often been an uphill battle. — Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uphill battle

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“Uphill battle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uphill%20battle. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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