close to the ground

Example Sentences

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Many bat species fly close to the ground or trees and will avoid crossing a road.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

Gone are the underbody venturi tunnels that created ground effect that required the cars to be run as close to the ground as possible with super-stiff suspension.

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

Many species are no wider than an eyelash and typically grow close to the ground in damp, shaded environments.

From Science Daily • Jan. 1, 2026

Acrid smog blankets the skyline each winter, when cooler air traps pollutants close to the ground, creating a deadly mix of emissions from crop burning, factories and heavy traffic.

From Barron's • Nov. 9, 2025

With his big back shiny with sweat, he swings the machete low and cuts the cane close to the ground.

From "Taste of Salt: A Story of Modern Haiti" by Frances Temple