grounded

Example Sentences

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Outside of music, what are some things that have been keeping you grounded and excited lately?

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Researchers found that the glacier lost not only this floating ice tongue, but also a large section of grounded ice resting on a flat area of bedrock.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Airlines have reduced the frequency of flights on some routes, grounded or retired older or less fuel-efficient aircraft, postponed aircraft deliveries, and raised their fees for checked bags and other costs.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

“Never Be the Same” includes many moments like this that lull the listener into losing track of place and time with songs grounded in emotion and meaning.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Being with Pearl made the world feel bigger, even as being with him made Pearl feel more grounded, less abstract, more real.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng