on the grounds

Example Sentences

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Pershing Square earlier this year made an offer to take over Universal Music, but the bid was rejected by Universal Music’s board on the grounds that it undervalued the company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Many bulls object to these indicators’ message on the grounds that the market’s high levels are supported by robust corporate earnings.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

While the crews were on the grounds, an alarm sounded, forcing a retreat, McGovern said during Monday’s briefing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2026

Abrego Garcia had sought to have those charges tossed on the grounds they were a vindictive prosecution brought because of his legal efforts to avoid deportation.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“Huh. It kind of reminds me of the codes etched into the Kryptos sculpture located on the grounds of the CIA’s headquarters in Langley, Virginia.”

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein