throes

noun
/θroʊz/

Meaning

intense or violent pain and struggle, often at the beginning or end of something

Example Sentences

The country was in the throes of a political crisis.

Example Expressions

in the throes of

Synonyms

agony, struggle, turmoil, convulsion, distress

Antonyms

peace, calm, ease

Collocations

in the throes of, throes of crisis, throes of pain, throes of change

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