grinding

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These are very common in modern dentistry and often linked to tooth grinding, forceful brushing, or acidic drinks.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

The latest AI wobble came as investors grew nervous about grinding efforts to end the Middle East crisis.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

You can hear the gears in investors’ brains grinding: With just 5% of the market, they’ll be a trillion-dollar company!

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

He spent three years on the junior varsity team waiting and grinding before getting his chance to start on varsity this season.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The sound of stone grinding on stone echoed through the space, and the panel slid open.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia