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grassroots

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


ADJECTIVE
involving ordinary people, rather than politicians
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They posted on message boards, and the site was continually updated before the film’s release, helping turn a tiny found-footage horror movie into a grassroots phenomenon.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

But who could resist the ecstatic momentum of her ad hoc band members buying into her grassroots dream?

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026

They are Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, a leading manufacturer of electric three-wheelers, and the Mahila Housing Trust, a grassroots organisation pioneering climate resilience initiatives for low-income women.

From BBC ● Sep. 18, 2026

Covering Congress, I’ve spoken to moderate lawmakers beginning to experiment with social media hits, door knocking for signatures and grassroots canvassing.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026

Black Americans sent up a cheer of jubilation, and the ruling provided momentum and hope to grassroots civil resistance and social movements throughout the land.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly




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