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In the throes of something/of doing something

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Emotional Intensity

Use when describing situations filled with strong emotions or dramatic changes.

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She was in the throes of grief after her mother's passing.
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Struggle Implication

Implies a struggle or challenge within the intense experience being described.

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The team was in the throes of creating a new strategy.
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Not Literal Pain

May imply difficulty or distress but not always physical pain.

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In the throes of the economic collapse, many lost their jobs.
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