grounding
Example Sentences
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As it turns out, the fantastical has much more grounding in reality than we ever want to imagine.
From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026
Fire officials warned that "unauthorized" drone incursions into restricted airspace above wildfires were forcing the grounding of helicopters and other aircraft fighting the blazes.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
Kaub is one of several chokepoints on the Rhine where water levels have fallen so low that ships can now only carry 20% to 30% of their normal load without risk of grounding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
A solid debut, “England’s Newest Hitmakers” features covers of songs by Willie Dixon, Chuck Berry and Jimmy Reed, firmly grounding the group in its American blues and R&B influences.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
Mark’s hand was warm on his back, his fingers pressing down and grounding Joaquin.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
