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  • past participle of grind.
  • past tense form of grind.
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ground

[ground] / graʊnd /






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On the ground, it feels like a local renaissance.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 5, 2026

In July 2024 a parcel burst into flames on the ground at Leipzig airport before it could be loaded onto a DHL cargo plane.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

As Starlink chases ambitious wireless targets, the greatest force working against it has been its uncertain path to establishing a cellular connection comparable to what the three major providers offer on the ground.

From MarketWatch Aug. 5, 2026

I can name more that are in the ground than I can that are above it.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

Tansy held her ground, a step above them on the rostrum.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

He was freed after his conviction was overturned on procedural grounds, with the presiding judge also later ruled to have been biased.

From Barron's Aug. 5, 2026

Throughout the day, fans crossed the grounds in bright Latin American soccer jerseys, the eye-catching complementary greens and reds of Mexico and the rich blue of El Salvador dotting the crowd.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

The couple live between Portugal and Ivy Cottage, in the grounds of Kensington Palace.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

Meanwhile, the primary suite is the epitome of luxury, featuring a private sitting area, steam shower, and a balcony overlooking the picturesque grounds.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

A tall kid with long black hair wearing a sheepskin-lined jean jacket, big silver belt buckle, and a black cowboy hat was looking around the grounds, obviously befuddled.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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