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kyemp

verbaction

To struggle or strive vigorously

To struggle or make a strenuous effort; to fight, wrestle, or strive against something.

Example in use

Ah saw Tam kyemp wi the tide.

Pronunciation

Say it like this

/KAYMP/

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Origin & context

scotscurrentneutral

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