gritty
adjective
consisting of, containing, or resembling grit; sandy.
grittiness
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a word derived from
gritty.
Example Sentences
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While the grittiness can sometimes be uncomfortable to watch, Emanuel said the new season is a “creative revelation.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
The city’s problems — including homelessness and associated grittiness — were apparent at the corners of the crowds, even as chipper convention ambassadors and security officers moved would-be stragglers along.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 18, 2025
The dull lighting, grittiness and urban bustle audible in the background all help, too.
From BBC ● Jun. 1, 2023
The Tigers have shown a grittiness and maturity that could serve them well over the next two months in a topsy-turvy conference where the bluebloods appear to have been joined by new blood.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 10, 2023
Raymie was standing close enough to Beverly that she could smell her, that strange combination of sweetness and grittiness.
From "Raymie Nightingale" by Kate DiCamillo
