wrestling

/ˈɹɛs.lɪŋ/noun

A sport in which two competitors grapple with bare hands, using holds, leverage, and pressure to overpower each other.

Example sentences

“He joined the school wrestling team in his second year.”
“Wrestling is one of the oldest sports in the Olympic Games.”

The w is silent, as in 'write' and 'wrong'. 'Wrestle with' extends to problems: 'wrestling with a decision'.

Related words

gymnasticsA sport in which athletes perform routines of controlled movements that demand strength, balance, and flexibility.boxingA combat sport in which two fighters wearing padded gloves hit each other's head and upper body, winning by points or by knocking the opponent out.teammateA person who plays or works on the same team as you.skatingThe activity of gliding over ice or ground on skates.opponentA person who competes against you or takes the opposite side, and tries to stop you from succeeding.surfingThe sport or hobby of riding waves toward the shore while standing on a surfboard.