grain
Example Sentences
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When a tiny grain of rock from space enters Earth's atmosphere, it rapidly heats up.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
This advice goes against the grain of American culture and commerce lately, but many “roadies” agree that it’s crucial to getting the best of Route 66.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
The problem, the economists say, is that some policymakers and employers might not be taking these scores with an appropriate grain of salt.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Investors should always take those with a grain of salt.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
Two of the dogs fell upon the grain bag with snarls and flashing teeth.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
Vocabulary lists containing grain
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Down on the Farm
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Common Five-letter Words for Wordle, List 5
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