(labour under something) to exist or try to live in a situation where there are serious difficulties or problems
Many countrieslabour under a hugeburden of debt they cannot even begin to pay.
Synonyms and related words
To be in, or to get into a difficult situation
run out of road
suffer
undergo
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labour under the illusion/delusion/mistaken conception etcto continue doing something or believing something because you think that something else is true, even though it is not
Even after a decade, she still seems to labour under the illusion that she is Partyleader.
Synonyms and related words
To not change, or to refuse to change your opinion
hold to
remain
have the courage of your (own) convictions
See also main entry: labourSee also main entry: labour