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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At the same time, it evolved enormous molars suited to grinding and crushing tough, hard foods, functioning much like a mortar and pestle.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
"But I'm still there, still grinding, still making the youngsters work for their money. I'm just glad to push it through."
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
Parton rose from grinding poverty to become a rhinestone-studded legend with hits like "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You."
From Barron's ● Sep. 25, 2026
Touring is so expensive and grinding for all but the biggest artists these days.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
The brothers were also very good at grinding lenses, producing large, accurately shaped lenses that alone would have made their telescopes better than anything else around at the time.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
