expression, godan verb (-ru)
take part in sumo; wrestle in sumo
Literal sumo wrestling; used when someone participates in a sumo match or practices sumo.
彼は子供の頃から相撲を取っている。
He has been doing sumo since he was a child.
expression, godan verb (-ru)
Figurative use: to struggle with a problem, opponent, or difficult situation, often in a competitive or confrontational manner.
彼は難しい問題と相撲を取っている。
He is wrestling with a difficult problem.