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strive

Meaning of “strive”

To contend, struggle, labour earnestly, or exert oneself toward an object.

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22 occurrences20 verses13 booksKJV PCE

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First occurrence: Genesis 6:3

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Luke 13:24
strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able.
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1611 witness · Luke 13:24 · retained source text

¶ Striue to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say vnto you, will seeke to enter in, and shall not be able.

1611 marginal noteMat. 7.13.

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