The term 'obtain with difficulty' can be represented by five different crossword solutions: PRY (3 letters), EKE (3 letters), EKEOUT (6 letters), EXTRACT (7 letters), and WRINGFROM (9 letters). PRY is a verb meaning to attempt to gain access or information, often by prying or forcing open something. EKE is a verb meaning to manage to survive or make progress with great effort. EKEOUT is a verb meaning to obtain something with difficulty, usually by stretching resources. EXTRACT is a verb meaning to remove or take out something from a larger whole. WRINGFROM is a verb meaning to obtain something with difficulty, usually through persuasion or pressure.