grapples

grap-ples

verb

Engages in a close physical struggle or attempts to deal with a difficult problem.

"He grapples with the complex ethical dilemma."

Thesaurus

Synonyms: grapple, grapnel, grappling hook, grappling iron, grappler, wrestle, grappling, hand-to-hand struggle, wrestling, clamshell, contend, make do