uphill battle
1 of 1noun/ˌʌpˈhɪl ˈbætəl/
Forms:uphill battles
1
a difficult fight or challenge that requires a lot of effort and determination
The idiom "uphill battle" is originated from the physical difficulty of climbing up a steep hill, which requires extra effort and energy. This expression is used to refer to a situation where progress or success is hard to achieve due to obstacles, resistance, or unfavorable circumstances.
- Equip yourself with five practical strategies that help you win the uphill battle and take your project professional career to new heights.
- Starting a new business in a competitive market is an uphill battle.It requires overcoming obstacles and establishing a strong presence.
- The young athlete faced an uphill battle to recover from a serious injury and get back into peak form for the upcoming championship.
- Advocates for the policy reform faced an uphill battle as they encountered opposition from powerful interest groups and entrenched beliefs.
- Breaking into the entertainment industry can be an uphill battle for aspiring actors.It requires perseverance, talent, and luck.