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grassroots

[gras-roots, -roots, grahs-] / ˈgræsˌruts, -ˌrʊts, ˈgrɑs- /


ADJECTIVE
involving ordinary people, rather than politicians
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Instead, she points to a "continuous stream of visible female role models", as well as the sport's "accessible grassroots structure, junior programmes, open pits and family-oriented, collaborative culture".

From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026

Sierra also contextualizes Kenmure Street within the long shadow of slavery, industry, imperialism and grassroots opposition.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026

While Williams is shocked by the drop in coaching numbers, it comes as less of a surprise for those already involved in grassroots football.

From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026

"Usually, it is the unions that mobilise teachers, but this time the movement came from the grassroots," he said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026

LiNK moved to Torrance from Washington, D.C., to find cheaper rent and to focus on building a grassroots movement.

From "Escape from Camp 14: One Man's Remarkable Odyssey from North Korea to Freedom in the West" by Blaine Harden




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