solid ground

Example Sentences

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“In the swamp that is entertainment,” said former Fox Sports Chairman David Hill, “the only solid ground is sports.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

Finding solid ground, not necessarily common ground, is the motivating mission of most space missions.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

This wasn't depression per se, but a condition known as pathological apathy that Patrick describes as feeling like "floating through time" without solid ground.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

That choice gives you solid ground to abide by your mother’s actions.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 26, 2026

I jumped onto solid ground before the carriage had stopped moving, stumbled forward, regained my balance, kept moving.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros