No. 11,621 in Spanish
forcejeo
Struggle or physical effort to resist or achieve something.
In a sentence
El forcejeo entre los dos jugadores fue intenso.
The struggle between the two players was intense.
In this sentence, 'forcejeo' refers to a physical altercation or struggle between individuals.
Durante el forcejeo, la puerta se abrió repentinamente.
During the struggle, the door suddenly opened.
Here, 'forcejeo' describes a scenario involving physical effort or conflict leading to an unintended action.
Su rechazo fue evidente, pero cedió tras un breve forcejeo.
Her rejection was evident, but she conceded after a brief struggle.
In this context, 'forcejeo' signifies a metaphorical struggle expressing resistance or a contest of wills.
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