grinding

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These are very common in modern dentistry and often linked to tooth grinding, forceful brushing, or acidic drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The latest AI wobble came as investors grew nervous about grinding efforts to end the Middle East crisis.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

“I was out there grinding, just thinking about the game and things that I could have done better,” she says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

If anyone needs a definition for what grinding means in sports, sophomore Carlos Acuna’s performance on Wednesday at Cal State Northridge provided the answer.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

His front teeth had been sharpened to points by bone or grinding or evolution, I couldn’t be sure.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline