grind
verb (used with object)
to wear, smooth, or sharpen by abrasion or friction; whet.
grinding
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present participleof grind.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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“I’m older, wiser, stronger, he ain’t on the road grinding with Nekrogoblikon,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
It’s what lets you leave a job that’s grinding you down, take six weeks off to help a parent, or say yes when something comes along that won’t come around again.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 26, 2026
Over time they've been grinding a little bit here and there but it's just putting a plaster on the big problem.
From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026
In many cases, dealmakers’ focus has shifted from making new investments toward grinding through portfolio operations, which many find less engaging, said Anthony Keizner, co-founder of recruiting firm Odyssey Search Partners.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
Soon his men stood facing their captain—a tired crew, haggard with the long months of heat and the grinding toil of the passage to the Isle of France.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
