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grind

[grahynd] / graɪnd /






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The move reflects the threat of mass protests that can grind France to a halt and attack companies that run afoul of public opinion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

“The day-to-day in the U.S. is a grind, we’re not enjoying life,” she said, “We want to enjoy life more.”

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

Lawyers for CPL accuse some of the former workers who spoke to the BBC of having "an axe to grind" against the company.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Fast, crisp and snide, “The Diary of a Chambermaid” gives equal weight to the monotony and the absurdity of Gianina’s grind.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Sorry,” I grind out when I get hold of the ropes.

From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir




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