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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Touring is so expensive and grinding for all but the biggest artists these days.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
When nothing else was available, Manning used his legs—either buying time for a receiver to work free or lowering his head and grinding ahead for yards himself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
In the past, Yar says, teeth grinding was considered simply a mechanical problem of the jaw, but now there is strong evidence that it is much more complex.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
Jessica Pegula has continued her ascent on and off the court at Indian Wells, proving grinding through tough moments for years can pay off.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
It clearly hurt her to walk: he could hear her teeth grinding together.
From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell
