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grassroots

[gras-roots, -roots, grahs-] / ˈgræsˌruts, -ˌrʊts, ˈgrɑs- /


ADJECTIVE
involving ordinary people, rather than politicians
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Reminding us of the messy yet necessary work of grassroots activism, the play administered the equivalent of a political oxygen mask.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Toth, who was involved in the grassroots push long before Trump waded into politics, said the president is just accelerating work that was already underway.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

Sally Pillay and Megan Anandarangam, of Eyes on ICE NJ, a grassroots anti-detention coalition, showed up long before the cameras arrived.

From Slate • May 29, 2026

“On a number of issues that would primarily impact conditions in low-income communities, grassroots blacks have registered opinions that are sharply at odds with the positions taken by the civil rights cadres.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Abby’s mom clasped both hands and said in a choked-up voice, “I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a perfect moment of grassroots organization.”

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry




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