奋斗 (fèn dòu): to strive, to struggle

In order to get into her dream university, she studied late into the night every day and persevered in her striving for a whole year.

He came from a poor family, but never complained about his fate; instead, he changed his life through his own hard striving.

After ten years of arduous striving, this small company finally grew into a leading enterprise in the industry.

Young people should strive for their dreams, and even when they encounter setbacks, they should not give up easily.

Encouraged by his coach, he pulled himself together again and continued striving for the next match.